Crime of opportunity

[1] Value refers to how much a particular target is worth to the offender and it differs based on the person.

[1] Inertia simply refers to the size and weight of the target, which is why smaller goods are usually stolen versus bigger items.

[1] Edges are the outer boundaries of certain areas, where outsiders of a neighborhood usually commit crimes.

[1] Offenders consider the benefits and risks and make choices based on the opportunities to commit a crime.

[1] Variables such as whether or not female or middle-aged people are present can affect an individual's response to a perceived insult.