Urbaniok, one of Switzerland’s most prominent forensic experts with over three decades of experience analyzing violent offenders, suggests that cultural influences from countries such as Afghanistan, Morocco, and Tunisia contribute significantly to higher crime rates among migrants from these regions.
"Afghans are reported more than five times, Moroccans more than eight times, and Tunisians more than nine times more often than Swiss nationals for serious violent crimes," Urbaniok stated in an interview with Swiss newspaper Neue Zurcher Zeitung, citing his analysis of crime data from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
"The disproportionate crime rate has a lot to do with cultural influences. It is about how violence is dealt with, the image of women, or the role of the rule of law in these countries. I have been dealing with criminals for 33 years and have seen thousands of cases at close range. That’s why I know how strong and relevant these imprints can be. Sometimes, they persist for generations," he said.
The cover of his book has drawn some criticism for prominently featuring a knife, which he insists is a "good symbol" as it "reflects the growing sense of insecurity in public spaces."