The sensitivity of repeat and near repeat analysis to geocoding algorithms

To determine if repeat and near analysis is sensitive to the geocoding algorithm used for underlying crime incident data. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department provided 2016 data five types: (1) shootings, (2) robberies, (3) residential burglaries, (4) theft of automobiles, (5) from automobiles. were geocoded using a dual ranges composite algorithm. First, descriptive distances between two point patterns conducted. Second, was performed. Third, resulting compared across algorithms. analyses similar While detailing processes increases transparency future researchers can conduct sensitivity results ensure their findings are robust, algorithms likely adequate analysis.