US missionary freed after months in Niger captivity
Kevin Rideout, an American Christian missionary, has been released after spending over nine months in captivity in Niger. He was reportedly abducted outside his home in Niamey by armed men and taken to the Tillaberi region, an area known for militant activity. SIM International, his organisation, confirmed his release and stated that he is in good health and under the care of US officials. Details about his captors and the circumstances of his release have not been disclosed.
What happened
- Kevin Rideout was kidnapped outside his home in Niamey, Niger, by three armed men.
- He was reportedly taken to the Tillaberi region, an area with significant militant activity.
- SIM International announced that Rideout is now free and in good health with US officials.
- The organisation said Rideout would soon reunite with his wife, children, and extended family.
- The family has requested privacy as they reconnect after his long captivity.
