Kidnapping of Algeria soared by 53.87% from 336 number in 2014 to 517 number in 2015. Since the 36.90% drop in 2012, kidnapping rocketed by 387.74% in 2015.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant.“Kidnapping” means unlawfully detaining a person or persons against their will (including through the use of force; threat; fraud or enticement) for the purpose of demanding for their liberation an illicit gain or any other economic gain or other material benefit; or in order to oblige someone to do or not to do something. “Kidnapping” excludes disputes over child custody. (UN-CTS M5.5)
| Date | Value | Change, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 517 | 53.87% |
| 2014 | 336 | 50.67% |
| 2013 | 223 | 110.38% |
| 2012 | 106 | -36.90% |
| 2011 | 168 | -5.08% |
| 2010 | 177 | -14.49% |
| 2009 | 207 | 0.98% |
| 2008 | 205 | -14.94% |
| 2007 | 241 | -20.20% |
| 2006 | 302 | 199.01% |
| 2005 | 101 | -32.21% |
| 2004 | 149 |