Robbery rate of Yemen rose by 3.21% from 1.9 cases per 100,000 population in 2008 to 1.9 cases per 100,000 population in 2009. Since the 5.15% jump in 2007, robbery rate soared by 34.97% in 2009.
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)
| Date | Value | Change, % |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1.9 | 3.21% |
| 2008 | 1.9 | 30.77% |
| 2007 | 1.4 | 5.15% |
| 2006 | 1.4 |