The FBI has identified the suspect in a recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, as 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman. The incident occurred during a gathering organized by a pro-Israel group advocating for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. Soliman, who is an Egyptian national, was in the U.S. illegally after overstaying his visa.
The attack took place on June 1, 2025, when Soliman allegedly targeted the "Run for Their Lives" event on Pearl Street. This grassroots organization meets weekly to call for the release of hostages. Witnesses reported that Soliman was yelling "Free Palestine" during the attack and was seen using a weapon to set people on fire.
Police arrived at the scene after receiving reports of the chaos and found several people injured. Eight individuals, aged between 52 and 88, were taken to the hospital, with one victim reported in critical condition. Soliman was arrested and taken to the hospital for minor injuries.
Soliman entered the United States on August 27, 2022, with a non-immigrant visa, authorized to stay until February 2, 2023. However, he did not leave and later applied for a visa extension. In March 2023, he was granted work authorization valid until March 2024.
The FBI is investigating the incident as ideologically motivated violence, based on initial evidence and witness accounts. White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller criticized the Biden Administration, stating that Soliman was granted a tourist visa and later a work permit, which he believes contributed to the attack.
Authorities are still determining the specific charges Soliman will face as he remains in custody at the Boulder County Jail. The community is shaken by the violence, and the FBI continues to gather information to understand the full scope of the attack.