Kidnapping of Cameroon soared by 30.46% from 755 number in 2014 to 985 number in 2015. Since the 17.83% drop in 2011, kidnapping rocketed by 160.58% 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 | 985 | 30.46% |
| 2014 | 755 | -14.20% |
| 2013 | 880 | 65.41% |
| 2012 | 532 | 40.74% |
| 2011 | 378 | -17.83% |
| 2010 | 460 |