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ABSTRACT: Theories of crime/deviance are examined to determine how strongly the popular, but now controversial, hypothesis of a negative class/crime association is rooted in theory. This review of eight theories shows that none actually provides an adequate rationale for predicting such a relationship. It is found that the theories lead to a negative class/crime hypothesis only by addition of external assumptions, most of which are embodiments of preconceived notions about the lower class. Thus, the
scientific status of the class/crime hypothesis is further challenged. Possible
explanations for the persistence of a belief in a negative association between class and crime, despite problematic empirical evidence and theoretical inadequacy, are suggested.
from Social Class and Criminal Behavior:
A Critique of the Theoretical Foundation
CHARLES R. TITTLE
Florida Atlantic University
Social Forces, Vol. 62, 1983
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Did I hear correct ( or am I making this up as I go along) that Antwanette applied for a mobile home 1st and she was turned down, then the sister Brenda applied? I do recall the landlord (davenport) said she does background checks etc. She's even keeping an eye on the SO's making sure they are up to date with their registeries and all they need to do. I'm sure this is because she was a former investigator. I also have to commend her on putting 4 video cameras in the park as well. She didn't have to do that and its very expensive. Soooo, although I agree with everyone's thoughts on location, nature/nurture etc etc. I think this landlord had her act together a heck of alot more then others do. IMO
This is what was reported last night on Prime News by Michele Sigona when she spoke with the Park Manager.
Barbara says Antoinette Davis, Shaniyas mother, applied to live in the mobile home park, but Barbara says her application was denied. Only Antoinette and a 5-year-old boy were listed on the initial application. Barbara says Brenda Davis, Antoinettes sister, also put in an application at the same time application was accepted. That application only listed Brenda Davis and her son as potential renters. It was quite a surprise for Barbara to later learn that in addition to Brenda Davis and her son, Antoinette, her boyfriend, Antoinettes 5-year-old son, Shaniya, and an infant were also living in the home. Barbara says she doesnt know who the infant belongs to because at the time the women turned in their applications, neither one appeared to be pregnant.
One of the observations I've made regarding discussing this case (and some others) has to do with putting down people of low SES or who live in trailer parks/trailers, whether nice trailer parks or not-so-cared-for trailers.
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There's more research out there somewhere, as I recall from my graduate studies while working on my PhD in psychology. I am now a psychologist but as a busy working mom, I don't have time at the moment to go dig them up - lol! But I hope this helps dispel the myth somewhat. I hope I'm not bringing up a subject that will cause more disharmony, but I felt compelled to say something. It's no fun to be stereotyped.
Has there been any word on if LE have searched underneath the neighbors trailer for the little girls body? I mean if they put the little girls blanket in the trash can? I just find it completely random that her blanket was placed there and it makes me wonder if they could have discarded her body underneath the home too. If siding was lose it is possible IMO that he could put her there and the neighbor not hear it.
Thanks, Patty. I'm a bit confused about the children involved. Antoinette has a 5 year old daughter - Shaniya - does she also have a 5 year old son? Or did the MHP manager confuse the gender of Shaniya and label her "a son?" Or does Shaniya have a twin brother? Is there a 5 year old boy, in addition to the 7 year old boy we've heard about? I'm really confused.
I think the suspect was seen leaving with her in his car. reason for the arrest.
I'm wondering to myself...Could we have been wrong about the mother???
If she was indeed the one he beat and went to prison over, she would have let him back in? Maybe she is like so many other women who always believe they will change.
They think they love them too much to let them go, but when something goes down, I'm sure they are terrified.
Just thinking outloud.
ETA: I'm in no way defending mother's actions one way or the other. Even if she is totally innocent in Shaniya's disappearance, she is still guilty of bringing this "man" into her life. (if this is mom's bf)
Do you know what time he was seen leaving with her b.c he could have dropped the blanket in the trash after killing her and still have dumped her body underneath the trailer.