Phillip Mehrtens
Phillip Mehrtens is a New Zealand pilot who garnered international attention after being kidnapped by rebels in Indonesia. His safe return was a focal point of a complex investigation involving multiple jurisdictions, highlighting the challenges faced by law enforcement in resolving such high-stakes situations.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 19,072 | $1,380,000 | 1,032$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 3,631 | $210,000 | 158$ |
| Totals | 2 | 30,322,117 | 22,703 | $1,590,000 | 1,190$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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New Zealand:
Phillip Mehrtens was kidnapped by a rebel group and later released after 594 days.
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Australia:
Phillip Mehrtens was kidnapped, and his safe return was the focus of the investigation.
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