Kidnapping of Lebanon slipped by 3.88% from 1,031 number in 2014 to 991 number in 2015. Since the 33.41% surge in 2013, kidnapping sank by 18.37% 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 | 991 | -3.88% |
| 2014 | 1,031 | -15.07% |
| 2013 | 1,214 | 33.41% |
| 2012 | 910 | 39.36% |
| 2011 | 653 | 16.82% |
| 2010 | 559 | -2.44% |
| 2009 | 573 | -36.26% |
| 2008 | 899 |