The person at the center of this case
17 American sailors aboard USS Cole
Cold Case · Open
25 years waiting · since 2000
ABDULLAH AL-RIMI
Justice for 17 American sailors aboard USS Cole — the trail went cold in 2000, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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suspect
Lead #1Where is Abdullah Al-Rimi currently located and is he still alive?
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evidence
Lead #2What was Al-Rimi's specific role in planning or executing the USS Cole attack?
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contact
Lead #3Who had direct contact with Al-Rimi before and after the October 2000 bombing?
On October 12, 2000, a suicide bombing attack on the USS Cole in Aden, Yemen killed 17 American sailors in one of the deadliest attacks on a U.S. naval vessel. Abdullah Al-Rimi is wanted for questioning in connection with this attack. Despite over two decades of investigation, Al-Rimi's exact whereabouts remain unknown, and the case continues to seek information from anyone who may know his location or involvement.
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location
Lead #4Has Al-Rimi remained in Yemen or fled to another country since 2000?
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Source Narrative
Abdullah Al-Rimi is wanted for questioning in connection with the October 12, 2000, bombing of the USS Cole in Aden, Yemen, in which 17 American sailors were killed. Remarks: Al-Rimi may be residing in Yemen.
Timeline of Events
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2000-10-12
USS Cole Bombing
Suicide bombing attack on USS Cole in Aden Harbor kills 17 American sailors
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2000
Last Updated:September 9, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2000
Last Updated:September 9, 2026