The attack, which occurred at the Pearl Street Mall during a pro-Israel demonstration, involved an armed assailant who injured eight individuals ranging in age from 52 to 88. Authorities label the incident an act of terrorism, with the suspect identified as Mohamed Sabry Soliman.
Molotov Cocktail Attack at Pro-Israel Rally in Colorado Leaves Eight Injured
Molotov Cocktail Attack at Pro-Israel Rally in Colorado Leaves Eight Injured
A man shouting "free Palestine" threw incendiary devices at a gathering supporting Israeli hostages, prompting an FBI investigation into the incident as a suspected terror attack.
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In a shocking escalation of violence linked to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, a man expressing support for Palestinian liberation attacked a gathering in Boulder, Colorado, injuring eight individuals. During a rally organized by Run for Their Lives, a pro-Israeli advocacy group supporting those held hostage in Gaza, the assailant hurled Molotov cocktails and launched incendiary devices, leading authorities to classify the incident as a suspected terrorist act.
The attack took place at the Pearl Street Mall, a popular outdoor location about 30 miles from Denver, where approximately 50 attendees had gathered. Police received multiple emergency calls around 1:26 PM local time regarding a man with weapons and flames. Boulder authorities indicated that those injured varied in age from 52 to 88 and sustained burn injuries among other harm.
FBI agents have identified the suspect as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national. His visa expired earlier this year, as he had been residing in Colorado Springs prior to the incident. Eyewitness accounts detail a chaotic scene with smoke engulfing the area, individuals fleeing, and emergency responders aiding the injured.
Post-attack footage revealed a striking image of Soliman, shirtless and wielding bottles containing incendiary substances as he advanced toward the crowd. Many bystanders attempted to help those injured in the altercation, with various distressing videos circulating online. Law enforcement quickly apprehended the suspect, who was later transported to a hospital for treatment.
FBI officials have remarked on the disturbing trend of rising violence linked to geopolitical conflicts, labeling this act as targeted. Colorado's Attorney General, Phil Weiser, echoed this sentiment, suggesting the incident fits the profile of a hate crime due to the nature of the targeted group.
Leaders of the Jewish community have vehemently condemned this violence. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar voiced his outrage on social media, directly calling the attack "pure antisemitism" and attributing it to harmful narratives proliferated through media channels. Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon called for decisive actions against such attacks, underscoring the cross-border implications of such "terrorism" against Jews.
As investigations continue, the community explains the profound need for discourse surrounding differing opinions on global issues to occur without resorting to violence, reaffirming the call for peace and understanding in these troubled times.
In a shocking escalation of violence linked to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, a man expressing support for Palestinian liberation attacked a gathering in Boulder, Colorado, injuring eight individuals. During a rally organized by Run for Their Lives, a pro-Israeli advocacy group supporting those held hostage in Gaza, the assailant hurled Molotov cocktails and launched incendiary devices, leading authorities to classify the incident as a suspected terrorist act.
The attack took place at the Pearl Street Mall, a popular outdoor location about 30 miles from Denver, where approximately 50 attendees had gathered. Police received multiple emergency calls around 1:26 PM local time regarding a man with weapons and flames. Boulder authorities indicated that those injured varied in age from 52 to 88 and sustained burn injuries among other harm.
FBI agents have identified the suspect as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national. His visa expired earlier this year, as he had been residing in Colorado Springs prior to the incident. Eyewitness accounts detail a chaotic scene with smoke engulfing the area, individuals fleeing, and emergency responders aiding the injured.
Post-attack footage revealed a striking image of Soliman, shirtless and wielding bottles containing incendiary substances as he advanced toward the crowd. Many bystanders attempted to help those injured in the altercation, with various distressing videos circulating online. Law enforcement quickly apprehended the suspect, who was later transported to a hospital for treatment.
FBI officials have remarked on the disturbing trend of rising violence linked to geopolitical conflicts, labeling this act as targeted. Colorado's Attorney General, Phil Weiser, echoed this sentiment, suggesting the incident fits the profile of a hate crime due to the nature of the targeted group.
Leaders of the Jewish community have vehemently condemned this violence. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar voiced his outrage on social media, directly calling the attack "pure antisemitism" and attributing it to harmful narratives proliferated through media channels. Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon called for decisive actions against such attacks, underscoring the cross-border implications of such "terrorism" against Jews.
As investigations continue, the community explains the profound need for discourse surrounding differing opinions on global issues to occur without resorting to violence, reaffirming the call for peace and understanding in these troubled times.
