Kidnapping rate of Oman plummeted by 32.00% from 0.5 cases per 100,000 population in 2007 to 0.3 cases per 100,000 population in 2008. Since the 32.00% drop in 2008, kidnapping rate remained constant by 0.00% 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)