Saint Kitts and Nevis - Kidnapping rate

6.1 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2011

In 2011, kidnapping rate for Saint Kitts and Nevis was 6.1 cases per 100,000 population. Kidnapping rate of Saint Kitts and Nevis increased from 4.1 cases per 100,000 population in 2009 to 6.1 cases per 100,000 population in 2011 growing at an average annual rate of 23.93%.

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What is kidnapping rate?

“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)

What is Saint Kitts and Nevis kidnapping rate?