Psychological aggression and physical violence: children experiencing and policemen investigating

The aim of the project is to study experiences of violence among children under the age of 13. The project also examines criminal investigations conducted by the police in suspected cases of violence against children. The project promotes Finnish police research and better criminal investigation practices. The findings of the project will be compiled into a textbook to be used in police education.

Timescale: September 2011 – August 2015

Partners: Karlstad University, Finnish Prosecution Service, Espoo District Court, National Police Board, Hospital District of Helsinki and Uusimaa, Tampere University Hospital

Funding: Academy of Finland

Contact persons at the Police University College: [email protected]