Kidnapping

58 (number) in 2015

Kidnapping of Armenia soared by 31.82% from 44 number in 2014 to 58 number in 2015. Since the 12.82% drop in 2011, kidnapping rocketed by 70.59% in 2015.

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“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 58 31.82%
2014 44 -10.20%
2013 49 28.95%
2012 38 11.76%
2011 34 -12.82%
2010 39 14.71%
2009 34 25.93%
2008 27 3.85%
2007 26 0.00%
2006 26 18.18%
2005 22 -4.35%
2004 23