Boulder Attack Suspect Charged with First-Degree Murder

Attack on Hostage Rally

• 🎯 A man has been charged with first-degree murder following an attack on a rally for Israeli hostages in Boulder, Colorado.
• ⚡ The attack occurred during a weekly peaceful event called "Run for Their Lives," part of a network calling for the release of hostages held by Hamas.
• ⚠️ At least eight victims were injured, ranging in age from 52 to 88, with two airlifted to a burn unit.

Suspect and Motive

• 🔍 The suspect, identified as 45-year-old Egyptian national Muhammad Sabri Solan, is facing multiple felony charges, including murder.
• 💥 Witnesses described the suspect using a makeshift flamethrower and Molotov cocktails, with one person reportedly set on fire.
• 🗣️ The suspect was heard yelling "free Palestine" during the attack.

Investigation and Official Response

• 🚨 The FBI is investigating the incident as terrorism.
• ⚖️ The Boulder County District Attorney has vowed that the attacker will be held fully accountable.
• 📢 Colorado Governor Jared Polis condemned the attack, noting its occurrence during the start of the Shavuot holiday and in the context of recent anti-semitic incidents.
• 🚧 Several blocks around the Boulder County Courthouse remain closed as the investigation continues.