Kidnapping rate of Bahamas jumped by 6.06% from 7.1 cases per 100,000 population in 2011 to 7.5 cases per 100,000 population in 2012. Since the 34.43% slump in 2010, kidnapping rate shot up by 50.70% in 2012.
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, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 7.5 | 6.06% |
| 2011 | 7.1 | 42.08% |
| 2010 | 5.0 | -34.43% |
| 2009 | 7.6 | -24.20% |
| 2008 | 10.0 | 10.82% |
| 2007 | 9.1 | 12.69% |
| 2006 | 8.0 | 10.29% |
| 2005 | 7.3 |