Erick Villalba

Erick Villalba

criminologist Costa Rica

Erick Villalba is a criminologist and former judicial agent in Costa Rica. He has provided insights into the complexities of crime analysis, particularly involving firearms modified with 3D printing technology. Villalba has highlighted the challenges faced by law enforcement in tracking and investigating crimes committed with these altered weapons, emphasizing the need for advanced training for investigators in light of evolving criminal tactics.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,708
Power
57$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Costa Rica 1 7.00 0.09% +0% 5,094,118 4,708 $62,000 57$
Totals 1 5,094,118 4,708 $62,000 57$
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Recent Mentions

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Erick Villalba believes it is possible to reduce violence in Costa Rica but emphasizes the need for simultaneous repression and prevention strategies. 7

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: ¿Es posible bajar la tasa de homicidios durante el 2026? Esto dice el director del OIJ

Costa Rica Costa Rica: El criminólogo Erick Villalba considera que la inclusión de Costa Rica en el listado fortalece el hecho de ser percibidos como un país con problemas graves de narcotráfico. 5

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Costa Rica en lista de Estados Unidos sobre narcotráfico: exministro afirma que se abrieron las puertas para el trasiego

Costa Rica Costa Rica: Erick Villalba explained that the analysis of crimes committed with modified weapons could become complicated. 5

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Ya es una realidad: crimen organizado en Costa Rica modifica rifles de asalto con impresoras 3D