Nicaragua - Robbery

28,429 (number) in 2010

Robbery of Nicaragua rocketed by 16.76% from 24,348 number in 2006 to 28,429 number in 2010. Since the 13.89% surge in 2006, robbery shot up by 16.76% in 2010.

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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)