Sexually Motivated Homicide 2-Day

Course Overview: This two-day intensive training equips law enforcement officers, detectives, and criminal analysts with a comprehensive understanding of sexually motivated homicide. The course integrates psychological theory, behavioral analysis, and investigative application through lecture, discussion, and scenario-based exercises.

Participants will learn to identify offender motivations, interpret behavioral and forensic indicators, and apply psychological insights to enhance case analysis and investigative effectiveness.

Objectives:

• Define sexually motivated homicide and distinguish it from other forms of violent death.
• Recognize the psychological drivers that underlie sexually motivated offenders.
• Analyze offender typologies, including organized/disorganized and paraphilic subtypes.
• Differentiate male and female offender dynamics in sexual homicide cases.
• Interpret behavioral and crime scene indicators to infer motivation and intent.
• Apply psychological insights to offender profiling and investigative strategy.
• Conduct scenario-based analyses using real-world investigative materials.
• Examine case studies to identify patterns and lessons learned.
• Understand paraphilias and their forensic implications