In 2018, kidnapping rate for Bahamas was 2.3 cases per 100,000 population. Though Bahamas kidnapping rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to decrease through 2008 - 2018 period ending at 2.3 cases per 100,000 population in 2018.
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, % |
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2018 | 2.3 | -18.99% |
2017 | 2.9 | -35.95% |
2016 | 4.5 | -15.85% |
2015 | 5.3 | 41.51% |
2014 | 3.8 | -50.95% |
2012 | 7.7 | 6.50% |
2011 | 7.2 | 42.60% |
2010 | 5.1 | -34.34% |
2009 | 7.7 | -24.17% |
2008 | 10.2 | 10.84% |
2007 | 9.2 | 12.65% |
2006 | 8.2 |