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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suspect
Lead #1Where is Abdullah Al-Rimi currently located and what is his current status?
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evidence
Lead #2What specific evidence connects Al-Rimi to the USS Cole bombing?
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contact
Lead #3Has Al-Rimi had any documented contact with known terrorist organizations or networks?
Abdullah Al-Rimi is wanted for questioning in connection with the October 12, 2000, bombing of the USS Cole in Aden, Yemen, which killed 17 American sailors. He is believed to be a Yemeni national born in 1974 who may still be residing in Yemen. The FBI continues to seek information about his whereabouts and involvement in this significant maritime terrorist attack.
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Lead #4What aliases and alternate identities may Al-Rimi be using to evade detection?
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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
Bombing of USS Cole in Aden Harbor, Yemen resulting in 17 American sailor deaths
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2000
Last Updated:May 11, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2000
Last Updated:May 11, 2026