Kidnapping

369 (number) in 2015

Kidnapping of Portugal slipped by 1.86% from 376 number in 2014 to 369 number in 2015. Since the 3.10% improve in 2013, kidnapping dropped by 14.58% in 2015.

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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, %
2015 369 -1.86%
2014 376 -12.96%
2013 432 3.10%
2012 419 -17.36%
2011 507 1.20%
2010 501 -7.05%
2009 539 9.55%
2008 492 11.06%
2007 443 -20.32%
2006 556 26.94%
2005 438 -1.79%
2004 446