American missionary kidnapped in Niger in October freed, his organization says
Summary
An American missionary named Kevin Rideout, who was kidnapped in Niger in October, has been released and is now with U.S. officials. He is expected to reunite with his family soon, according to his organization, SIM International.Key Facts
- Kevin Rideout was kidnapped on October 21 in Niamey, the capital of Niger.
- He was taken by three armed people and likely moved out of the city.
- No group has said they were responsible for the kidnapping.
- Niger faces attacks from armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIS.
- The U.S. Embassy in Niger warned Americans about the risk of kidnapping after Rideout’s abduction.
- Niger’s military government took control in 2023, replacing the elected president.
- The new Niger authorities ended partnerships with some Western countries and joined with Russia.
- Rideout has worked as a missionary and pilot in Niger for 19 years with SIM International, a Christian mission group active worldwide.
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