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CMY3706 Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026 (Answer Guide) - DUE 25
March 2026
VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN
GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER
PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in your academics.
UNISA, 2026
Contents
1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Professional Robbers ..................................................................................................................... 2
Characteristics of professional robbers .................................................................................... 2
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 3
Implications for law enforcement ................................................................................................ 3
3. Opportunistic Robbers................................................................................................................... 4
Characteristics of opportunistic robbers .................................................................................. 4
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 4
Implications for crime prevention................................................................................................ 5
4. Drug-Addicted or Compulsive Robbers .................................................................................... 5
Characteristics of drug-addicted robbers ................................................................................. 5
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 5
Implications for criminal justice ................................................................................................... 6
5. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................................ 6
References ................................................................................................................................................. 6
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Question: Aggressive and violent contact crimes remain a challenge in South
Africa. Identify and discuss the three (3) types of robbers (without the use of a
diagram).
(25 Marks)
1. Introduction
Aggressive and violent contact crimes remain one of the most serious threats to public
safety in South Africa. Among these crimes, robbery is particularly concerning because
it combines theft with violence or the threat of violence against victims. Robbery
often results in serious physical injury, psychological trauma, and financial loss.
According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), robbery-related crimes such as
robbery with aggravating circumstances, armed robbery, and house robbery
remain prevalent across the country.
Criminologists classify offenders involved in robbery into different categories to better
understand their behaviour, motives, and level of organisation. Understanding these
categories assists law enforcement agencies and crime prevention specialists in
developing targeted strategies to combat robbery. One commonly used classification
identifies three main types of robbers, namely professional robbers, opportunistic
robbers, and drug-addicted (or compulsive) robbers. Each type differs in terms of
planning, motivation, and the degree of violence used during the commission of the
crime.
2. Professional Robbers
Professional robbers are individuals or organised groups who commit robbery as a
primary source of income. These offenders are usually highly organised, experienced,
and strategic in the way they carry out their criminal activities.
Characteristics of professional robbers
CMY3706 Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026 (Answer Guide) - DUE 25
March 2026
VERIFIED AND CERTIFIED ANSWERS. WRITTEN IN REQUIRED FORMAT AND WITHIN
GIVEN GUIDELINES. IT IS GOOD TO USE AS A GUIDE AND FOR REFERENCE, NEVER
PLAGARIZE. Thank you and success in your academics.
UNISA, 2026
Contents
1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Professional Robbers ..................................................................................................................... 2
Characteristics of professional robbers .................................................................................... 2
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 3
Implications for law enforcement ................................................................................................ 3
3. Opportunistic Robbers................................................................................................................... 4
Characteristics of opportunistic robbers .................................................................................. 4
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 4
Implications for crime prevention................................................................................................ 5
4. Drug-Addicted or Compulsive Robbers .................................................................................... 5
Characteristics of drug-addicted robbers ................................................................................. 5
Level of violence .............................................................................................................................. 5
Implications for criminal justice ................................................................................................... 6
5. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................................ 6
References ................................................................................................................................................. 6
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Question: Aggressive and violent contact crimes remain a challenge in South
Africa. Identify and discuss the three (3) types of robbers (without the use of a
diagram).
(25 Marks)
1. Introduction
Aggressive and violent contact crimes remain one of the most serious threats to public
safety in South Africa. Among these crimes, robbery is particularly concerning because
it combines theft with violence or the threat of violence against victims. Robbery
often results in serious physical injury, psychological trauma, and financial loss.
According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), robbery-related crimes such as
robbery with aggravating circumstances, armed robbery, and house robbery
remain prevalent across the country.
Criminologists classify offenders involved in robbery into different categories to better
understand their behaviour, motives, and level of organisation. Understanding these
categories assists law enforcement agencies and crime prevention specialists in
developing targeted strategies to combat robbery. One commonly used classification
identifies three main types of robbers, namely professional robbers, opportunistic
robbers, and drug-addicted (or compulsive) robbers. Each type differs in terms of
planning, motivation, and the degree of violence used during the commission of the
crime.
2. Professional Robbers
Professional robbers are individuals or organised groups who commit robbery as a
primary source of income. These offenders are usually highly organised, experienced,
and strategic in the way they carry out their criminal activities.
Characteristics of professional robbers
