How are the demographics and risk factors for becoming a criminal or victim related? How are they similar and/or different?

To prepare:

Review the Learning Resources this week to deepen your understanding of the demographics and risk factors associated with becoming a criminal or a victim.
Review the Week 2 Case Studies document and consider the demographics and risk factors associated with each of the cases presented.
Select one case study from the Week 2 Case Studies document on which to focus for this Discussion.

Post a summary of the case you selected and your responses to the following questions:

What demographics and risk factors (e.g., acute, direct, proxy, short, and long-term) are involved that may have contributed to the person becoming a victim or offender?
How are the demographics and risk factors for becoming a criminal or victim related? How are they similar and/or different?
How might the demographics and risk factors vary in a country other than the United States?
If an individual reflects the data supporting the likelihood of becoming a criminal or victim, does that guarantee the outcome? Explain your rationale.