Paul J. Brantingham

Paul J. Brantingham is a criminologist and researcher known for studying patterns and behaviors related to crime. His work focuses on understanding how offenders choose locations and times to commit crimes, often using the concept of "spatial" and "temporal" patterns. He developed theories like the "crime pattern theory," which helps explain why crimes happen in specific areas, and "routine activity theory," analyzing how daily activities influence criminal opportunities. His insights aim to improve crime prevention by predicting where and when crimes are likely to occur, making communities safer through better policing and urban planning.