File photo: InfoMigrants looks into how the perception that migrant crimes are on the rise is fanning fear, even though the statistics tell a more nuanced story | Source: InfoMigrants video
File photo: InfoMigrants looks into how the perception that migrant crimes are on the rise is fanning fear, even though the statistics tell a more nuanced story | Source: InfoMigrants video

Several high profile violent and sexual crimes and convictions in various UK and European cities are contributing to the debate about whether migrants are making Europe less safe. But what does the evidence actually say — and why do perceptions tell a different story?