Witness Describes Boulder, Colorado Attack: Molotov Cocktail Incident

Attack on Pearl Street

• 💡 A tourist visiting Boulder, Colorado, was having lunch on Pearl Street when they heard a "big boom" and people yelling.
• 🎯 The witness observed a man throwing a Molotov cocktail at a group of protesters, causing one person to be engulfed in flames.
• ⚠️ Several other individuals also caught fire, and the attacker himself later caught fire after throwing a second Molotov cocktail.

Immediate Aftermath and Chaos

• 🆘 The witness provided two bottles of water to the attacker, who then asked for assistance.
• 🏃‍♂️ The scene was described as "chaos and ruckus" with people screaming, tripping, and stumbling while trying to escape.
• 💔 The most distressing sight was a woman burning from head to toe, with others also suffering from injuries and pain.

Emergency Response

• ⏳ The first police officer arrived approximately seven to ten minutes after the incident.
• 🚒 The arrival of emergency services, including ambulances and police, took longer than expected given the location in the city center.

Witness's Reaction and Concerns

• ❓ The witness's primary concern was personal safety, questioning whether to help due to unknown threats like potential firearms or multiple attackers.
• ⚠️ The decision to record rather than immediately intervene was driven by the perceived danger and unpredictability of the situation.