Robbery of Syrian Arab Republic rocketed by 16.94% from 744 number in 2007 to 870 number in 2008. Since the 9.90% surge in 2004, robbery shot up by 56.76% in 2008.
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)