William is laid off from his job at an airplane manufacturer and, in a rage of anger, goes in to a convenience store and starts smashing items with a baseball bat. What type of crime is this an example of?

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This is an example of an expressive crime, as William's actions are a direct expression of his emotions (anger and frustration) rather than being motivated by the desire to gain financially or achieve some other practical goal.

William Is Laid Off from His Job at an Airplane