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 has Abdullah Al-Rimi been hiding since 2000, and is he still alive?
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evidence
Lead #2What specific role did Al-Rimi play in planning or executing the USS Cole attack?
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contact
Lead #3Who were Al-Rimi's known associates and collaborators in the terrorist network?
On October 12, 2000, the USS Cole was bombed in Aden, Yemen, killing 17 American sailors in a terrorist attack. Abdullah Al-Rimi is wanted for questioning in connection with this bombing. Despite decades of investigation, Al-Rimi's current whereabouts remain unknown, and his capture could provide critical answers about the attack's planning and execution.
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location
Lead #4Why is Al-Rimi believed to be residing in Yemen, and what safe houses or networks may be harboring him?
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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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1974
Abdullah Al-Rimi born
Born in Ta'iz, Yemen
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2000-10-12
USS Cole bombing
USS Cole attacked in Aden Harbor, Yemen; 17 American sailors killed; Al-Rimi wanted for questioning
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1974
Last Updated:July 24, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 1, 1974
Last Updated:July 24, 2026