Dark Matter: Exploring the Link Between Mass Shootings and Domestic Violence

This conference workshop presentation provides information on threat assessment and management from expert Lynn Fairweather using real-life cases and data to demonstrate the significant connection between domestic violence (DV) and mass shootings. As mass shootings become increasingly common in America's public spaces, researchers are discovering that many incidents have roots which are far closer to home. Emerging studies indicate that nearly 60% of mass murders are domestic violence related, presenting the opportunity to help prevent one type of targeted violence by addressing another. Viewers will explore the mentality and motives of DV related mass murderers, and learn risk factors along the way that can help them to identify high-lethality subjects before they strike.