Is robbery considered a property crime?

Robbery is classified as a crime against a person because it typically involves the use of force or intimidation to take property from an individual. This distinguishes it from property crimes, which generally do not involve direct confrontation with a victim and primarily target the property itself, rather than the individual. In robbery, the offender threatens or uses violence against a person to accomplish the theft, highlighting the direct threat to personal safety and well-being. This direct interaction and the element of force or intimidation mean that robbery is treated distinctly within the criminal justice system, emphasizing its impact on victims beyond just the loss of property.