Robbery of Malta rocketed by 27.37% from 190 number in 2014 to 242 number in 2015. Since the 19.46% drop in 2013, robbery shot up by 16.91% in 2015.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant."Robbery” means the theft of property from a person; overcoming resistance by force or threat of force. Where possible; the category “Robbery” should include muggings (bag-snatching) and theft with violence; but should exclude pick pocketing and extortion. (UN-CTS M3.5)