Robbery of Yemen jumped by 6.00% from 417 number in 2008 to 442 number in 2009. Since the 8.01% surge in 2007, robbery shot up by 42.58% 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)