The vast majority of crimes take place between offenders and victims who
A) have met online but not in person.
B) are complete strangers.
C) are married to each other.
D) have some sort of relationship as acquaintances, friends, or even relatives.

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According to research, the vast majority of crimes occur between people who have some sort of previous relationship, whether they are acquaintances, friends, family members, or even romantic partners. This is known as the "known offender" model. The stranger-danger myth is not supported by the data. While crimes can certainly occur between strangers, they are less common than crimes between people who know each other.

The Vast Majority of Crimes Take Place Between Offenders and Victims