By CHESTER QUARLES, Professor Emeritus Criminal Justice, University of Mississippi
Church crimes are increasing exponentially. While attacks are geographically isolated, they are occurring in almost every state on a regular basis, and church size or membership, doesn’t correlate. Responsible church leaders should plan to prevent these crimes.
Some churches are targeted because they are located in more vulnerable inner-city locations. Other churches are targeted because they are “soft” and “easy” targets.