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Nature and Types of Motorcycle-Related Crimes in Nakuru East Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya

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  • Obadiah K. Kiplagat

    (Egerton University, Kenya)

  • Kibet Ngetich

    (Egerton University, Kenya)

  • Samwel Auya

    (Egerton University, Kenya)

Abstract

Motorcycle is one of the most convenient modes of transport in Kenya. However, the motorcycle transport industry is faced with social, economic, and cultural challenges that have significantly increased crime levels in urban areas. The study sought to examine the nature and types of motorcycle-related crimes in Nakuru East Sub-county, Nakuru County, Kenya. The study was based on Routine Activities Theory and Crime Pattern Theory. The survey research design was used in the study. Primary data was collected using interview schedules and key informant interviews. Stratified sampling was used to select 310 motorcycle riders from four strata, which include Bondeni, Flamingo, Mwariki B, and Kivumbini. Then, simple random sampling was used to select respondents from these strata. The data collected were tallied and analyzed to produce frequency distribution, percentages, and mean. The study found the use of violence and weapon as a nature of motorcycle-related crime. The study established Robbery with violence, robbery, assault and general theft as a major type of motorcycle-related crime. The study recommends increased police patrols and the enactment of stringent motorcycle transport laws to help address motorcycle-related crimes.

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  • Obadiah K. Kiplagat & Kibet Ngetich & Samwel Auya, 2024. "Nature and Types of Motorcycle-Related Crimes in Nakuru East Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya," European Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, European Open Science, vol. 4(1), pages 24-33, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:social:v:4:y:2024:i:1:id:18496
    DOI: 10.24018/ejsocial.2024.4.1.496
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