Robbery of Sri Lanka plummeted by 27.61% from 6,552 number in 2012 to 4,743 number in 2013. Since the 5.57% surge in 2010, robbery sank by 26.35% in 2013.
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)