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Kuwait - Kidnapping

358 (number) in 2009

Kidnapping of Kuwait leapt by 9.48% from 327 number in 2008 to 358 number in 2009. Since the 0.71% downward trend in 2006, kidnapping rocketed by 28.78% in 2009.

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What is kidnapping?

“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)

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What is Kuwait kidnapping?

Date Value Change, %
2009 358 9.48%
2008 327 -0.61%
2007 329 18.35%
2006 278 -0.71%
2005 280 -1.75%
2004 285

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