The crime of kidnapping has become a significant weapon of influence and source of funding for criminals and terrorists. Kidnapping is defined as the unlawful seizure and detention of a person usually for a ransom. Criminals view kidnapping as an effective way to get money. Terrorists may claim a political objective for taking hostages, but their ultimate goal in most instances is to obtain money. Companies that are international in scope are particularly vulnerable to having an employee kidnapped. It is a necessity to have a Kidnap Response Plan in place to provide a structured approach to successfully manage the crisis. Companies responding to international kidnappings will most likely be faced with the challenge of dealing with multiple governments and successfully interacting with law enforcement agencies, victim families and the media. The welfare of an employee may very well depend on the ability to navigate the internal and external complexities of the crisis. The primary aim of this article is to make contributions to police agencies' negotiation strategies. The information and knowledge in this study is based on the researcher's1 personal work experience.