Kidnapping

223 (number) in 2014

Kidnapping of Uganda plummeted by 33.03% from 333 number in 2013 to 223 number in 2014. Since the 11.33% surge in 2011, kidnapping rocketed by 33.53% in 2014.

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, %
2014 223 -33.03%
2013 333 152.27%
2012 132 -20.96%
2011 167 11.33%
2010 150 -25.74%
2009 202 210.77%
2008 65 20.37%
2007 54