Kuwait - Kidnapping rate

12.7 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2009

In 2009, kidnapping rate for Kuwait was 12.7 cases per 100,000 population. Though Kuwait kidnapping rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to increase through 2005 - 2009 period ending at 12.7 cases per 100,000 population in 2009.

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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)

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