| Abstract |
In criminology, the use of computer simulations is not very common yet.
However, simulations can be of great benefit to the criminological society,
in particular when focusing on environmental criminology. In this
presentation I will present recent (still preliminary) work that is done in
collaboration with a team of criminologists. In our research, we use
computer simulations to analyse the dynamical interplay between targets,
criminals and guardians, and its impact on crime rates. More specifically, I
will compare different strategies for surveillance by police officers, such
as random patrolling vs. area-constrained patrolling. I will show some
initial results and discuss possible directions for further research. |