
(BREAKING) BOULDER COLORADO, PEOPLE SET ON FIRE BY MOLITOV COCKTAILS, IN WHAT FBI CALLS “TERRORIST ATTACK”. MAN IN CUSTODY
BREAKING: Suspected Terror Attack in Boulder Targets Peaceful Pro-Israel Demonstrators
Boulder, CO
Multiple individuals were injured Sunday in Boulder, Colorado, after a man (now identified as Mohamed Soliman) reportedly set people on fire during a peaceful pro-Israel demonstration. Authorities have confirmed the arrest of 45 y/o Mohamed Soliman.
What We Know So Far:
The Attack:
Boulder Police Chief Stephen Redfearn confirmed that officers responded to the scene and found “multiple victims that were injured with injuries consistent with burns and other injuries.”
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The Target:
Victims were participating in the Run for Their Lives event, a weekly gathering organized by members of the Jewish community to raise awareness for hostages still held from the October 7, 2023 terror attacks in Israel. -
The Timing:
The incident occurred just before the Jewish holiday of Shavuot, which commemorates the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai — a sacred moment in Jewish tradition. -
Federal Response:
FBI Director Kash Patel called it a “targeted terror attack” and stated that federal agents were already on the scene.
“We are aware of and fully investigating a targeted terror attack in Boulder, Colorado,” Patel posted on social media.
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino added:
“We are investigating this incident as an act of terror and targeted violence. All of the necessary assets will be dedicated to this investigation.” -
Suspect in Custody:
A male suspect was apprehended at the scene. No further details on his identity or motive have been released as of this posting.
Community Reaction:
The Anti-Defamation League condemned the attack, calling it a direct assault on the Jewish community and a chilling reminder of rising anti-Semitic violence in America.
Developing Story:
This is a developing situation. Authorities are working to identify the suspect and determine the full scope of the attack. Victims are receiving medical treatment, and local law enforcement is coordinating with federal partners to assess the broader threat landscape.