Kidnapping rate of Germany declined by 4.35% from 6.2 cases per 100,000 population in 2014 to 5.9 cases per 100,000 population in 2015. Since the 5.23% jump in 2012, kidnapping rate slumped by 7.76% 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 | 5.9 | -4.35% |
| 2014 | 6.2 | 0.81% |
| 2013 | 6.2 | -4.35% |
| 2012 | 6.4 | 5.23% |
| 2011 | 6.1 | 0.49% |
| 2010 | 6.1 | -4.40% |
| 2009 | 6.4 | 176.96% |
| 2008 | 2.3 | 1.77% |
| 2007 | 2.3 | 14.72% |
| 2006 | 2.0 | -7.51% |
| 2005 | 2.1 | -5.33% |
| 2004 | 2.3 |