In 2015, kidnapping rate for Algeria was 1.3 cases per 100,000 population. Kidnapping rate of Algeria increased from 0.9 cases per 100,000 population in 2006 to 1.3 cases per 100,000 population in 2015 growing at an average annual rate of 11.65%.
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 | 1.3 | 50.75% |
| 2014 | 0.9 | 47.52% |
| 2013 | 0.6 | 105.99% |
| 2012 | 0.3 | -37.99% |
| 2011 | 0.5 | -6.91% |
| 2010 | 0.5 | -16.04% |
| 2009 | 0.6 | -0.68% |
| 2008 | 0.6 | -16.31% |
| 2007 | 0.7 | -21.49% |
| 2006 | 0.9 | 194.43% |
| 2005 | 0.3 | -33.11% |
| 2004 | 0.5 |