The psychological morbidity associated with Hepatitis C in women who received anti-D immunoglobulin

Abstract

This chapter discusses various aspects of serial arson. Arson is a generic term used for the setting of a deliberate, malicious fire to damage property, generally that of another person. Data shows that female arsonists had a history of sexual abuse, whereas males had a more varied criminal background, with associated substance abuse problems. The investigation of a fire is conducted by operational fire officers attending the fire in the first instance, making determinations on cause based on their observations and knowledge of fire behavior. Fire investigators, in particular, need to be ever vigilant in their fire scene inspections and ongoing investigations into fires occurring in their areas of responsibility. Patience and perseverance are the key factors where there is suspicion of arson, and especially when serial arson is suspected. It is suggested that without the initial identification of serial activity by the fire investigator in the early stages of the offense, the offender will continue his or her activity until it leads to a serious fire or, worse, a fire fatality.