Kidnapping rate

0.0 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2007

In 2007, kidnapping rate for Bahrain was 0 cases per 100,000 population. Though Bahrain kidnapping rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to decrease through 2003 - 2007 period ending at 0 cases per 100,000 population in 2007.

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“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, %
2007 0.0 -100.00%
2006 2.2 62.30%
2005 1.4 -37.76%
2004 2.2 237.85%
2003 0.6