Title:
EXAMINING THE LINK BETWEEN JUVENILE IDENTITY THEFT AND THE RISING DEMAND FOR PRIVATE SECURITY SERVICES

Authors:
Oreoluwa Ladoja B.Sc., MSc., CIarb, Tracey Heywood B.Sc., IMBA, Abba Giza B.Sc., MSc, Charles C. Udechukwu B.Sc., MBA, Dr. Samira Ibrahim B.Sc., MPA., PhD and Dr. Melissa Kwende B.Sc., MPH, PhD

Abstract:
This study examines the expanding relationship between the need for private protection services and juvenile identity theft. The investigation uses routine activity theory to explore how motivated criminals take advantage of technological weaknesses without effective guardianship. The study emphasizes how common juvenile cybercrime is, how it affects victims, and how it affects commercial security companies, identity theft committed by juveniles, and private security services. In addition to discussing trends in juvenile cybercrime, variables that influence their participation, and how these crimes fuel the need for cutting-edge security solutions, this research examines peer-reviewed literature. The necessity of tackling this issue is demonstrated by recent trends, such as a 25% rise in juvenile identity theft cases over the previous five years. Policy suggestions strongly emphasize public-private collaborations, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, and restorative justice techniques to reduce risks and rehabilitate offenders.

Keywords:
juvenile identity theft, cybercrime, private security service, juvenile rehabilitation, restorative justice.

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2025.8333

Date of Publication: 30-06-2025