STRANGERS ON THE STREET Serial Homicide in South Africa

Softcover. The first comprehensive study of serial homicide in South Africa. Intended for psychologists, students, educators and police officers who require background on the behavioural patterns and motives of serial killers, it will also be of interest to the layperson with an interest in human behaviour. However, it remains a serious attempt to understand the mind of the serial killer so that he may be identified and apprehended as soon as possible. For as the author points out, serial killers' prospects of rehabilitation are negative. Detectives need specific training to investigate serial homicide and the author believes that an understanding of the psychodynamics of serial killers should also be extended to state prosecutors, judges, parole officers and pathologists. She believes that those who work with children need to be aware that all documented cases of serial killers reveal either childhood abuse or neglect. Children displaying antisocial behaviour should be identified and counselled, for only by being proactive in preserving the mental health and well-being of children can the double tragedy of serial homicide ultimately be prevented. Includes amongst others : Avzal Simons, the Station Strangler; Moses Sithole, Samuel Sidyno, Jacobus Geldenhuys, Velaphi Ndlangamandla, Cedric Mooke, Stewart Wilken, Jacques Coetzee and John Frank Brown. Illus. + Resources. 316pp. trade size softcover. From the library of true crime writer, Wilfred Gregg, with his personal b/plate. F. with no creasing to covers.