Kidnapping rate of Bahrain rocketed by 61.59% from 1.4 cases per 100,000 population in 2005 to 2.2 cases per 100,000 population in 2006. Since the 237.88% jump in 2004, kidnapping rate remained stable by 0.00% in 2006.
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, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2.2 | 61.59% |
| 2005 | 1.4 | -38.12% |
| 2004 | 2.2 | 237.88% |
| 2003 | 0.7 |