Kidnapping of Japan leapt by 7.03% from 185 number in 2013 to 198 number in 2014. Since the 17.74% drop in 2011, kidnapping rocketed by 29.41% 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 | 198 | 7.03% |
| 2013 | 185 | -2.63% |
| 2012 | 190 | 24.18% |
| 2011 | 153 | -17.74% |
| 2010 | 186 | 19.23% |
| 2009 | 156 | 0.00% |
| 2008 | 156 | -24.64% |
| 2007 | 207 | 4.02% |
| 2006 | 199 | -28.16% |
| 2005 | 277 | -13.44% |
| 2004 | 320 | 12.68% |
| 2003 | 284 |