The person at the center of this case
Yusuf Shikder (born June 19, 2010)
Missing Person · Open
11 years waiting · since 2015
YUSUF SHIKDER
Justice for Yusuf Shikder (born June 19, 2010) — the trail went cold in 2015, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What is the current status and location of Zahra Shikder, Yusuf's sister, who disappeared with him?
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suspect
Lead #2Which ISIS affiliate may have taken the children after their mother's death, and what evidence connects them to the case?
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evidence
Lead #3What information led authorities to believe the children may still be living in Syria?
On March 14, 2015, Rashida Shikder took her two young children, Yusuf and Zahra Shikder, from Miami, Florida to Syria. After Rashida was killed, the children may have been taken by an ISIS affiliate and could still be living in Syria. The U.S. State Department is offering up to $5 million for information leading to their location, recovery, and return.
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contact
Lead #4Has any credible communication or sighting been reported from Syria since 2015?
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Source Narrative
March 14, 2015 Syria On March 14, 2015, Rashida Shikder left Miami, Florida, and took her two young children, Yusuf and Zahra Shikder , to Syria. After Rashida was later killed, the children may have been taken by an ISIS affiliate and they may still be living in Syria.
Timeline of Events
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2015-03-14
Departure from Miami
Rashida Shikder left Miami, Florida with her two young children, Yusuf and Zahra Shikder, traveling to Syria.
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2015-03-14
Last known location
Yusuf Shikder last seen in Syria after arrival with mother and sister.
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Case Information
Incident:March 14, 2015
Last Updated:June 7, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:March 14, 2015
Last Updated:June 7, 2026
Up to $5 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case