Following the violent incident in Boulder, Colorado, where Mohamed Soliman allegedly carried out an attack against pro-Israel demonstrators, immigration officers have arrested his family. Homeland Security is investigating their potential knowledge and involvement in the crime.
Immigration Officers Arrest Family of Boulder Attack Suspect
Immigration Officers Arrest Family of Boulder Attack Suspect
The wife and children of Mohamed Soliman, the suspect in a violent Boulder incident, have been detained by immigration authorities for investigation.
The family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the 45-year-old suspect in a Boulder, Colorado attack, has been arrested by immigration authorities, as revealed by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Tuesday. Soliman faces serious charges including attempted murder and assault after injuring a dozen individuals during a gathering advocating for the release of Israeli hostages. Reports indicate that he expressed violent intentions, targeting specific groups while allegedly shouting "Free Palestine" as he launched incendiary devices into the crowd.
Noem emphasized that investigators are exploring to what extent Soliman's family might have been aware of the attack or provided any assistance. The family, including Soliman's wife and five children, was taken into custody, though Noem did not disclose whether they would face deportation or further legal actions. The suspect’s daughter, a recent high school graduate, has been notably recognized for academic achievements, and she expressed a transformative experience since moving to the U.S.
Victims of the attack ranged in age from 52 to 88 years old, with the eldest being a Holocaust survivor. Soliman reportedly confessed to the police that he had intended to execute the attack after his daughter graduated from high school, which occurred last week. His arrival in the U.S. traces back to a tourist visa obtained in August 2022, subsequently overstayed, leading him to file for asylum.
During a court appearance via video link, Soliman remained mostly silent, responding briefly to procedural queries. He is set for a future court date that will address formal charges and set bail. As investigations continue, the actions of Soliman's family remain under scrutiny against the backdrop of a troubling surge in antisemitic incidents and violence.
