• A man accused of overstaying his visa has been charged in a violent attack during a rally in Boulder, Colorado, leaving eight injured. The attack is being investigated as a potential hate crime.
• The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, allegedly set victims on fire while shouting anti-Israel slogans. He faces multiple felony charges, including first-degree murder.
• Authorities and advocacy groups have condemned the attack, raising concerns about rising antisemitism and emphasizing the need for unity and stronger measures against hate crimes.

An Egyptian man accused of overstaying his visa has been charged in a horrific attack in Boulder, Colorado, that left eight people injured. The incident occurred Sunday afternoon near a peaceful rally supporting the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. Authorities have labeled the act as ideologically motivated violence and are investigating it as a potential hate crime.

Attack at Peaceful Rally Rocks Boulder

The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was arrested at the scene after allegedly setting victims on fire during a rally organized by the grassroots group “Run for Their Lives.” The event aimed to raise awareness for the release of 58 hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza. Witnesses reported hearing Soliman shout “Free Palestine” and other anti-Israel slogans as he attacked people ranging in age from 52 to 88.

The attack occurred at 1:26 p.m. local time near the Boulder County Courthouse on Pearl Street. Boulder Police Chief Steve Redfearn confirmed that calls to law enforcement described a man wielding a weapon and setting people on fire.

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Suspect Faces Multiple Felony Charges

Soliman, who arrived in the U.S. on a visa in 2022 and overstayed his authorized period, has been charged with several felonies. These include the use of incendiary devices during a felony and two counts of first-degree murder, though authorities have not confirmed if any of the victims have died from their injuries. He is currently held at the Boulder County Jail on a $10 million bond.

Court records show Soliman entered the U.S. on a B1/B2 non-immigrant visa in August 2022, which expired in February 2023. He reportedly applied for asylum and received temporary work authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in March 2023 under the Biden administration.

Grassroots Group Condemns Violence

The rally was part of weekly events organized by “Run for Their Lives,” a global, apolitical organization advocating for the release of hostages. The group described the attack as the first violent incident at their events since they began in October 2023.

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“This is an international humanitarian crisis,” the group stated. “We stand committed to our mission until all the hostages are returned home.”

Officials Call For Unity Against Hate

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and Governor Jared Polis both condemned the attack as a hate crime. “Violence is never the answer to settling differences,” Weiser stated, adding that the victims were targeted due to their support for Israeli hostages.

Governor Polis described the incident as a “heinous act of terror” and offered his thoughts to those affected. “Hate-filled acts of any kind are unacceptable. The state will continue to support the investigation alongside federal authorities,” he added.

The FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement are working together to investigate. FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino labeled the attack as “ideologically motivated violence,” while Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard confirmed coordination with local officials is underway.

National and Global Reactions

The attack has sparked nationwide concern about rising antisemitism. Colorado Rep. Joe Neguse emphasized the need for action, stating, “The scourge of antisemitism has metastasized across our country. We must do more—now—to stop this violence.”

Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, condemned the attack as an act of terrorism. “Terrorism against Jews does not stop at the Gaza border—it is already burning the streets of America,” Danon said in a statement.

The NYPD has since increased patrols around religious sites ahead of Shavuot, a Jewish holiday that began Sunday evening. “The NYPD has already increased our presence with high-visibility patrols and heavy weapons teams,” officials confirmed.

Implications and What Comes Next

The attack raises serious questions about border security, immigration policies, and combating hate crimes in the U.S. Authorities will likely continue to examine Soliman’s background, his motivations, and whether there were failures in the visa oversight process.

The broader issue of rising antisemitism in the U.S. remains a pressing concern. Advocacy groups have called for greater efforts to address hate speech and promote unity in communities.

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