Payne, Brian K.
American journal of criminal justice, 2020, Vol.45 (4), p.563-577
ISSN: 1066-2316
ISSN: 1936-1351
EISSN: 1936-1351
DOI: 10.1007/s12103-020-09532-6
PMID: 32837151
Abstract: "This paper uses the public health framework to address the apparent impact of the
coronavirus on the victimization experiences with a specific focus given to those over
the age of 50. The bulk of attention is given to fraud victimization, with consideration
also given to parent abuse, partner violence, and patient abuse. A review of data from
the Federal Trade Commission shows that reports of most types of fraud grew
significantly in the first three months of 2020 in comparison to the same time period
in 2019. Differences between fraud experiences based on age are considered. Older
persons lost much more to fraud than younger persons, and far more in 2020 than 2019.
In addition, they reported being targeted more often for certain types of cybercrime
(i.e., tech support scams). While devastating to everyone, it is concluded that the
coronavirus will potentially have a more significant impact on the financial health of
older persons than younger persons. It is concluded that minimizing the consequences
of all forms of crimes targeting older adults will be best achieved by using a public
health approach."
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