Analysis of Violence Victims by Age
Majority of violence fell in the age groups between 30 to 59 years of age; while youths between 20 and
29 also had a considerable number of victims. The over 69 years old age group had the least number of
victims. Such a trend shows that violence is more rampant amongst those less than 60 years of age.
Analysis of Violence Perpetrators by Age
The highest number of perpetrators was found in the 30 – 59 years age group. Very few were above 69
years of age. This trend has been consistent always and demonstrates the fact that youths are used as
‘hired guns’ in political conflicts.
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