Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old man, has been charged with multiple offenses following a violent incident in Boulder, Colorado, during a pro-Israel gathering on June 1. Federal officials allege that Soliman, who reportedly entered the U.S. illegally, threw Molotov cocktails into a crowd, injuring eight individuals, one of whom is in critical condition. The victims ranged in age from 52 to 88.
The charges against Soliman include first-degree murder, assault, and the use of explosives in the commission of a felony. The FBI has described the incident as a "targeted terror attack." According to the federal complaint, Soliman shouted “Free Palestine!” while throwing the incendiary devices, which caused burn injuries to the victims present.
Authorities discovered additional Molotov cocktails and materials for making explosives in Soliman's possession during his arrest. He reportedly stated that he had researched how to create these devices and admitted to planning the attack for over a year, specifically targeting what he referred to as a “Zionist group.”
The investigation revealed that Soliman had previously entered the U.S. on a work visa, which has since expired. He has been booked into the Boulder County Jail and is being held on a bond of $10 million. No fatalities have been reported among the victims, and local law enforcement continues to investigate the incident. A press conference is expected to provide further updates on the situation.