Uruguay is the top country by robbery rate in the world. As of 2018, robbery rate in Uruguay was 866.8 cases per 100,000 population. The top 5 countries also includes Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, and Cabo Verde.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant."Robbery” means the theft of property from a person; overcoming resistance by force or threat of force. Where possible; the category “Robbery” should include muggings (bag-snatching) and theft with violence; but should exclude pick pocketing and extortion. (UN-CTS M3.5)