# Theft target selection factors from the perspective of Criminal Psychology From the perspective of criminal psychology, thieves usually consider the following factors to minimize the risk when choosing the target of the crime： ## Environmental factors -**Lack of monitoring system**: Choose a place that lacks cameras, alarm systems, or security equipment -**Feasibility of escape routes**: Ensure that there are multiple paths to escape from the scene -**Concealment**: Priority is given to places where the line of sight is obscured or more hidden locations -**Lighting conditions**: Prefer areas with insufficient lighting when committing crimes at night ## Target characteristics -**Signs of "weak protection"**: Such as rudimentary door and window locks and signs of uninhabitation -**Balance of value and portability**: Find items of high value but easy to carry and handle -**Personnel activity mode**: Observe and select the residence where the occupants go out regularly ##Social environment -**Low community cohesion**: Choose areas with alienated neighborhood relationships to reduce the possibility of being noticed by neighbors -**Police response time**: Assess the possible response speed of the police and the frequency of regional patrols These factors are in line with the theory of rational choice in criminology and the theory of daily activities, that is, criminals will weigh the risks and benefits, and choose "soft goals" to increase the chance of success and reduce the risk of arrest.