Classifying Incel Offenders: An Exploratory Smallest Space Analysis of Offence and Offender Characteristics

Due to the relatively recent formation of the involuntary celibate (incel) community, there is limited research on the topic of incel-motivated offenses and offenders. The current study was designed to create a model to classify incel offenders, using media and secondary sources. The results of the study created a core region of variables that are central to incel incidents, as well as two themes: Violent Criminal and Disturbed Loner. The findings also offer a basis for potential prevention and intervention strategies. Future research is suggested.