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Four United States Special Forces soldiers
Cold Case · Open
8 years waiting · since 2017
ISSA BARREY
Justice for Four United States Special Forces soldiers — the trail went cold in 2017, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Where is Issa Barrey currently hiding, and what is his exact role in organizing or executing the October 4, 2017 ambush?
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location
Lead #2Why does Barrey have ties to Meneka, Mali, and what networks operate in the Mali-Niger border region that may be harboring him?
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evidence
Lead #3What intelligence or communications link Barrey directly to the planning and execution of the convoy attack?
On October 4, 2017, a United States Special Forces convoy was ambushed near Tongo Tongo, Niger, resulting in the deaths of four American soldiers. Issa Barrey is wanted for questioning in connection with this attack. Despite ongoing investigation, Barrey remains at large with suspected ties to the Mali-Niger border region, and authorities continue to seek information about his whereabouts and role in the incident.
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Lead #4Who else was involved in the ambush, and how does Barrey connect to broader militant networks in the Sahel region?
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Issa Barrey is wanted for questioning in connection with the October 4, 2017, ambush of a convoy of a United States Special Forces team near the vicinity of Tongo Tongo, Niger, in which 4 American soldiers were killed. Remarks: Barrey has ties to Meneka, Mali, and may be residing along the border area of Mali and Niger.
Timeline of Events
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2017-10-04
Special Forces Convoy Ambush
United States Special Forces convoy ambushed near Tongo Tongo, Niger, resulting in four American soldiers killed.
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Case Information
Incident:October 4, 2017
Last Updated:June 8, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 4, 2017
Last Updated:June 8, 2026