Kidnapping rate of Lebanon dropped by 7.78% from 18.4 cases per 100,000 population in 2014 to 16.9 cases per 100,000 population in 2015. Since the 24.24% jump in 2013, kidnapping rate plummeted by 26.22% 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 | 16.9 | -7.78% |
| 2014 | 18.4 | -19.99% |
| 2013 | 23.0 | 24.24% |
| 2012 | 18.5 | 29.96% |
| 2011 | 14.2 | 10.32% |
| 2010 | 12.9 | -5.91% |
| 2009 | 13.7 | -37.39% |
| 2008 | 21.9 |