Man Arrested for Terror Attack at Pro-Israel March in Boulder, Colorado

Targeted Terror Attack in Boulder

• 🎯 A terror attack occurred at a pro-Israel march on Boulder's Pearl Street walking mall.
• 💥 The attacker, identified as 45-year-old Muhammad Solomon, used a homemade flamethrower and Molotov cocktail-type devices.
• 🗣️ Witnesses reported the attacker shouted, "Free Palestine!" during the assault.

Victims and Injuries

• 🤕 Eight people were injured, with one critically wounded, in the attack.
• 🧑‍🦳 The victims range in age from 52 to 88 years old, including a Holocaust survivor.
• 🔥 Multiple reports indicated victims were set on fire by the devices.

Investigation and Suspect Status

• 🚨 Muhammad Solomon is under arrest and facing charges including attempted murder.
• 🏠 The FBI is investigating the incident as a targeted act of violence and terrorism, searching for evidence at a Colorado Springs home.
• 🛂 A Department of Homeland Security official stated Solomon is illegally in the country.

Context of the March

• 🗓️ The pro-Israel group, Run for Their Lives, had been holding weekly marches on Pearl Street.
• 💔 The attack created a scene described as "absolutely gruesome" by witnesses.
• ⚖️ Formal charges are expected to include attempted murder and potential federal terrorism counts.