Kidnapping of Kuwait leapt by 9.48% from 327 number in 2008 to 358 number in 2009. Since the 0.71% downward trend in 2006, kidnapping rocketed by 28.78% in 2009.
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)