Kidnapping rate

6.0 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2018

In 2018, kidnapping rate for Luxembourg was 6 cases per 100,000 population. Though Luxembourg kidnapping rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to decrease through 2009 - 2018 period ending at 6 cases per 100,000 population in 2018.

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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, %
2018 6.0 -23.33%
2017 7.8 -9.97%
2016 8.6 -7.70%
2015 9.4 -0.28%
2014 9.4 6.00%
2013 8.8 -17.60%
2012 10.7 18.64%
2011 9.1 70.24%
2010 5.3 -34.01%
2009 8.1 18.51%
2008 6.8 -10.32%
2007 7.6