Kidnapping rate of Iraq rocketed by 37.78% from 2.7 cases per 100,000 population in 2013 to 3.7 cases per 100,000 population in 2014. Since the 22.34% slump in 2012, kidnapping rate shot up by 27.40% in 2014.
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, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3.7 | 37.78% |
| 2013 | 2.7 | -7.53% |
| 2012 | 2.9 | -22.34% |
| 2011 | 3.8 | -28.79% |
| 2010 | 5.3 | -18.64% |
| 2009 | 6.5 | 12.48% |
| 2008 | 5.8 |