Maldives - Robbery

729 (number) in 2013

Robbery of Maldives plummeted by 25.00% from 972 number in 2012 to 729 number in 2013. Since the 31.26% surge in 2011, robbery rose by 1.53% in 2013.

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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)