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Shooting Dynamics: Elements of Time & Movement in Shooting Incidents

NCJ Number
233726
Journal
Investigation Sciences Journal Volume: 2 Issue: 2 Dated: January 2010 Pages: 1-19
Author(s)
Alexander Jason
Date Published
January 2010
Length
19 pages
Annotation
This study examined elements involved in shooting incidents.
Abstract
In the analysis and reconstruction of shooting incidents, a key element is often the timing involved in shooting, reacting, and moving. These data can be significant because they may be helpful in defining significant elements. These elements can include: how much movement or distance a person could have achieved before or during the shot sequence. Other determinations can relate to perception, reaction, and response before and during the shooting. This paper examines elements involved in shooting incidents including the performance of both shooter and target person. (Published Abstract) Tables, figures, and references