Several people were injured in Boulder, Colorado, after cocktails Molotov were thrown and set on fire during a pro Israel demonstration.
“We are aware of a targeted terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, and we are conducting a thorough investigation. Our agents and local law enforcement are already on the scene, and we will provide updates as we obtain more information,” wrote FBI Director Kash Patel on X.
Videos shared on social media following the incident showed a shirtless individual holding what appeared to be flammable liquids, confronting protesters in a park.
The suspect is in custody, but local authorities stated that it is too early to determine the nature of the attack.
"When we arrived, we found multiple victims… with injuries consistent with burns," said Boulder Police Chief Stephen Redfearn.
The man threw bottles that apparently contained flammable liquid, which fell to the ground and exploded into flames, local police told CNN.
Five people suffered burn injuries, and at least two were taken to the burn unit at UCHealth, the information specifies. Some of the victims have serious injuries.
The attack took place during the Boulder Run for Their Lives event, a weekly gathering of members of the local Jewish community, aimed at supporting the hostages taken during the attacks on October 7, 2023, in Israel.
Recently, Elías Rodríguez shot and killed two employees of the Israeli embassy in the United States, and when he was apprehended, he shouted, "Free Palestine!"
The victims, identified as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgram, were found unconscious and without signs of life.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Molotov Cocktail Attack in Boulder, Colorado
What happened at the pro-Israel demonstration in Boulder, Colorado?
A man threw Molotov cocktails at a pro-Israel demonstration in Boulder, Colorado, resulting in several injuries, some of them severe. The suspect is in custody, and the attack is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism.
How many people were injured in the attack in Boulder?
Five people suffered burn injuries, and at least two of them were taken to the burn unit at UCHealth. Some of the victims have serious injuries.
What was the purpose of the event where the attack took place in Boulder?
The attack took place during the event Boulder Run for Their Lives, a weekly gathering of local Jewish community members aimed at supporting the hostages taken during the attacks in Israel on October 7, 2023.
What connection does this attack have with other recent acts of violence?
The attack in Boulder occurs in the context of other recent incidents, such as the murder of two employees of the Israeli Embassy in Washington by a man who shouted "Free Palestine!". These events reflect a growing tension and violence related to the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
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