copycat crime

Examples (10)

• The police fear that the recent high-profile robbery could lead to a series of copycat crimes.
• We are investigating this incident as a possible copycat crime, given its similarities to last month's case.
• Media coverage of sensational trials can sometimes inspire a copycat crime.
• The killer used the same signature. It's either a ghost or a copycat crime.
• After the Zodiac Killer's reign of terror, several less famous copycat crimes were reported.
• Authorities are working to limit media details to prevent potential copycat crimes.
• The defense argued it wasn't a premeditated act, but rather a foolish copycat crime influenced by a movie.
• It's a sad reality that every infamous act seems to spawn at least one copycat crime.
• The precision of the break-in suggested more than just a simple copycat crime; the perpetrator had inside knowledge.
• Is there any evidence to suggest that this was a copycat crime or an original act?