Urbanization And Violent Crimes In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Armed Robbery In Enugu Metropolis

ABSTRACT   . The increasing cases of violent crimes in Enugu Metropolis in p.articular and Nigeria in general has constituted the most urgent b economic, social and psychological problems. The alarming and unprecedented cases of armed robbery with violence that, more often than not, results in innumerable loss of lives, severe physical injuries to the victims, raping, loss of money, and properties have continued to give lawabiding citizens of Enugu metropolis and Nigeria in general serious concern. The study set out to identify factors responsible for the persistent increase of armed robbery …