"Delves into the criminal world of modern-day shipping piracy, along with hostage taking. Also describes motives of kidnapping in general. Explains tactics of law enforcement agencies to recover victims and prevent the crime"--Provided by publisher.
Record details
ISBN:9781599203980 (library binding)
Physical Description:print 44 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 28 cm.
Publisher:Mankato, Minn. : Smart Apple Media, 2012.
Content descriptions
General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Inside picture -- In the past -- Piracy at sea -- Somalia -- Case study : MV Sirius Star -- Policing the pirates -- Prosecution and detention -- Kidnapping for ransom -- Abducting children -- Taken hostage -- Case study : Lebanon -- Hijacking -- Case study : 9/11 -- Negotiation -- Armed response -- Training and support -- Surviving a kidnapping.
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