Belarus - Robbery

2,460 (number) in 2014

Robbery of Belarus slumped by 11.19% from 2,770 number in 2013 to 2,460 number in 2014. Since the 8.14% surge in 2005, robbery sank by 78.72% in 2014.

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"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)