Paul is a Martial Artist and self-defense retailer. He spends his free time teaching others how to arm and protect themselves from crime and assault. All his articles about self-defense can be read at http://www.DragonDefenseSupply.com/blog
Can anyone get away with murder these days?
Think about this, with all the advances in technology and forensics it can’t be possible right?
I love watching crime stories on tv, cold cases, and America’s Most Wanted. With all the new science of forensics you would naturally think that anyone comitting homicide will be caught. With all the acts of violence that occurs in the United States (approximately 1.4 million) you would think that practically nobody would be able to get away with murder.
However, according to the FBI in one year alone (2004) only 62.2% of homicides were “cleared.”
For example if there were 16,000 murders that occurred in a year and approximately 60% of them were “cleared” or
solved, then that leaves roughly 6,000 people that literally got away with
murder. (assuming 1 killer killed one person)
If these ballpark figures were true in the U.S. then we can estimate that there are at least 40,000 to 48,000 unsolved homicides since 2000. Possibly more but I don’t know for sure.
Well, I decided to do some research and bring you some facts.
So, what do you think? Is it possible that there can be this many unsolved murders in the United States?
Well if you guessed “yes”, you’re right!
Since 1960, there has been approximately 200,000 unsolved
homicides right here in the U.S. According to the statistics, cold cases continue to grow by about 6,000 each year.
But like I said before, this number is roughly, not exact.
When I’m at home watching one of the cold case files, I still have a hard time conceiving such a number!
What’s my point in all this? My point is that despite what
people think, there are many out there that literally do in fact get away with murder.
We welcome your thoughts. Tell us what you think. Is it hard to believe that 200,000
cases since 1960 remain unsolved?
- Related Videos
- Related Articles
- Ask / Related Q&A
- Forensic Science
- What Is Forensic Science? The Basics Of A Rewarding Career
- StudentScholarships.org - FORENSIC SCIENTIST: ASPIRATIONS OF A CHEMISTRY JUNKIE
- Forensic - A Study
- Dna Profiling --a Forensic Tool
- Dna Testing for Forensic Purposes
- The Basics of Forensic Dna Testing and the Ethics Behind it
- Can Anyone Get Away With Murder These Days?
Madoff Made Off With the Goods
By: Jhon Xita | 02/01/2010Bernie Madoff may not be the biggest Wall Street money scandolier this century, but he certainly ranks right up there with Boesky, Milken, and others when it comes to the transgressive might of his offenses. Vaporizing $50 billion of his investor's cash while they believed he had their money earning returns from a hedge fund, Madoff convinced everyone in his own industry he was accomplishing the impossible. This was in New York City, where everyone watches everyone else make money and tries to f
Avoiding an Instant Driving Ban for Excess Speed in the UK Magistrates Courts
By: Lucy Bonham Carter | 02/01/2010If you are caught driving at very high speeds or significantly faster than the prevailing speed limit you will be summoned to the magistrates court rather being dealt with by a speeding ticket or fixed penalty notice. The court will want to give you an instant driving ban unless you can persuade them otherwise along with six penalty points on your driving licence and a fine. In this article a specialist road traffic lawyer explains what defences and arguments you can use to avoid a ban.
Strict New Laws Will Affect Drunk Drivers
By: William Bly | 01/01/2010New laws have been passed by the federal government and state legislatures regarding drunk driving. This action is considered a serious offense by most states and penalties are becoming more severe with multiple convictions. In an effort to decrease drunk driving many states are giving harsher penalties for even first time offenders.
Avoiding a Totting Up Driving Ban and Losing Your Licence by Arguing Exceptional Hardship in the UK Magistrates Court
By: Lucy Bonham Carter | 01/01/2010Driving offences bring penalty points which accumulate as more offences are committed. If a driver acquires more than 12 penalty points in a three year period they are at risk of a driving ban and losing their licence for six months. The only way to avoid a driving ban is by making a successful exceptional hardship argument. In this article a specialist UK motoring lawyer explains the principles behind making such an argument and what you are required to demonstrate to the courts.
Steven Gerrard: Good Kop or bad cop?
By: Makhsudul Islam | 31/12/2009Article by Makhsudul Islam on a legal perspective to the Steven Gerrard case, to remove the doubt on peoples mind of the biased judiciary and how a lawyer would look at the case.
Private Investigators: Solving Crimes and Helping Local Law Enforcement
By: Carlos Quiroz | 31/12/2009This article is for anyone considering hiring a private investigator -- whether you need a private investigator for matrimonial investigations or criminal defense investigations.
Defending a Prosecution for Driving Without Due Care and Attention in the UK Magistrates Court
By: Lucy Bonham Carter | 30/12/2009Driving without Due Care and Attention can cover a range of offences from the relatively minor to the very serious and consequently the courts can deal with the case on conviction with between 3 and 9 penalty points. The charges do not require an accident to take place - they can be brought on the word of a police officer who feels that an accident might have taken place in other circumstances.
First DUI – What To Expect
By: Euan McConnell | 30/12/2009Here is what to expect in most states from your first DUI.
Can You Carry Mace Pepper Batons in Your State?
By: Paul | 16/07/2009 | National, State, LocalThe most common question I get from people is "Is it legal for me to carry pepper spray in my state?" The answer is most likely YES! I wrote this article and included details on the legalities. With the rise in violent animal attacks and the inablility for animal control to respond to violent attacks by animals, you must carry pepper mace batons for your safety.
Mexico's Drug War Problem Is Our Problem!
By: Paul | 08/04/2009 | PoliticsMexico's drug war problem does not only exist as Mexico's problem. We share a great deal of blame for what is happening. We can put the drug lords out of business by not buying their "products" anymore. Read further for some interesting details.
Woman Torture'S And Kills Her 3 Year Old Son
By: Paul | 05/03/2009 | CriminalOn November 2, 1990 the unidentified body of a male child was discovered in the Miami Beach area. He was a severely beaten child abandoned by Cardona.
Safety While Your Child's Alone
By: Paul | 16/01/2009 | ParentingChildren get abducted or kidnapped, and for some parents the child is never to be seen or heard from again. This doesn’t have to happen to you. YOU are the childs FIRST line of defense. Read the following advice and you can educate your children to be smart, and tough in case of an emergency. WHAT CAN YOU DO? ...
Trivia: What Percent of Females Have Been Stalked?
By: Paul | 15/12/2008 | Self DefenseFind out here what percent of American males, and females have been stalked and what you can do about it.
Can Anyone Get Away With Murder These Days?
By: Paul | 03/12/2008 | CriminalWith the advent of forensic science it would be natural to think that murderers would not be able to get away with murder. But these statistics may suprise you.
Grizzly Attack in Public. What is This World Coming To?
By: Paul | 11/11/2008 | Health & SafetyHow can you defend yourself against unprovoked attacks especially in public?
Murderer Erick Virgil Hall, Story Continues
By: Paul | 03/11/2008 | CriminalErick was once known by friends to be friendly, cunning, and intelligent. Anyone that ever knew him spoke of his ability to befriend, and manipulate people. According to family, Cheryl was kind, generous, and always willing to help another. The homeless Erick Hall lured her to the foothills in Boise.