Kidnapping of United Arab Emirates soared by 18.84% from 69 number in 2014 to 82 number in 2015. Since the 92.48% drop in 2012, kidnapping jumped by 12.33% 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 | 82 | 18.84% |
| 2014 | 69 | -26.60% |
| 2013 | 94 | 28.77% |
| 2012 | 73 | -92.48% |
| 2006 | 971 | 12.65% |
| 2005 | 862 | 70.36% |
| 2004 | 506 | 16.59% |
| 2003 | 434 |