Kidnapping of Guinea soared by 38.89% from 18 number in 2007 to 25 number in 2008. Since the 71.43% drop in 2004, kidnapping rocketed by 525.00% in 2008.
The description is composed by our digital data assistant.“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, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25 | 38.89% |
| 2007 | 18 | 12.50% |
| 2005 | 16 | 300.00% |
| 2004 | 4 | -71.43% |
| 2003 | 14 |