Context, containment and conversation model: A study of the New York City Police Department's hostage and barricade resolution strategies.
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Title
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Context, containment and conversation model: A study of the New York City Police Department's hostage and barricade resolution strategies.
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Identifier
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AAI3127899
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identifier
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3127899
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Creator
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McGowan, Hugh M.
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Contributor
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Adviser: Barry Spunt
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Date
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2004
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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City University of New York.
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Subject
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Sociology, Criminology and Penology
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Abstract
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The primary focus of this study is whether hostage and barricade incidents that are resolved violently differ from incidents that are resolved without violence. And if they do differ, a subordinate focus is which variables are most predictive of a violent or nonviolent resolution. This study contains statistical analysis of data from a sample of incidents from the files of the New York City Police Department's Hostage Negotiation Team. Four case studies will also be presented to illustrate some of the dynamics encountered in hostage and barricade incidents. Finally, a summary, conclusions and implications for future research will be offered.;This study departs from past research by utilizing a non-traditional contextual model for understanding hostage and barricade incidents. Previous researchers employed a motivational model with the primary focus on the offender to the exclusion of the other players in these incidents (hostage and police). This research uses a phenomenological model which places emphasis on context rather than motive. This model allows researchers to identify and separate the interactions designated as context, containment and conversation, and the hostage-taking phenomenon can be probed and resolution outcome predicted with greater accuracy. This research will provide an appropriate framework to evaluate, interpret and understand these volatile situations.
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Type
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dissertation
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Source
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PQT Legacy CUNY.xlsx
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degree
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Ph.D.
