Kidnapping of Belgium slipped by 0.26% from 1,146 number in 2014 to 1,143 number in 2015. Since the 6.42% surge in 2011, kidnapping declined by 4.27% in 2015.
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)