Kidnapping

29 (number) in 2012

Kidnapping of Philippines soared by 163.64% from 11 number in 2011 to 29 number in 2012. Since the 40.00% drop in 2010, kidnapping rocketed by 38.10% in 2012.

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“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, %
2012 29 163.64%
2011 11 -47.62%
2010 21 -40.00%
2009 35 -23.91%
2008 46 31.43%
2007 35 25.00%
2006 28 -36.36%
2005 44 4.76%
2004 42 -53.33%
2003 90