Can math and science help solve crimes? Scientists work with Los Angeles police to identify and analyze crime 'hotspots'

Friday, February 26, 2010 - 22:28 in Earth & Climate

Scientists working with the Los Angeles Police Department to analyze crime patterns report that criminal "hotspots" come in at least two different types -- one of which can be suppressed by police. They believe their findings apply to cities worldwide.

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