Kidnapping of Algeria soared by 53.87% from 336 number in 2014 to 517 number in 2015. Since the 36.90% drop in 2012, kidnapping rocketed by 387.74% 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)