Robbery rate of Syrian Arab Republic surged by 13.05% from 3.8 cases per 100,000 population in 2007 to 4.3 cases per 100,000 population in 2008. Since the 7.53% jump in 2004, robbery rate soared by 37.90% 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)