BREAKING: One of the Six Injured in Colorado Arson Attack Identified as Singer – Nation Shaken by Horrific Assault

In a chilling escalation of violence, an arson attack in Boulder, Colorado has left six individuals injured—and now, just one hour ago, officials confirmed that one of the victims is a well-known local singer. The attack, which unfolded during what was supposed to be a peaceful gathering on Pearl Street Mall, has stunned the nation and reignited concerns about politically and ideologically driven violence.

The chaos began early Sunday afternoon when 45-year-old Mohamed Sabry Soliman approached a solidarity walk organized by the group “Run For Their Lives.” The event was being held to raise awareness about Israeli hostages currently held in Gaza. Without warning, Soliman allegedly unleashed a torrent of violence, igniting multiple Molotov cocktails and hurling them into the crowd. Witnesses say he wielded a makeshift flamethrower and shouted “Free Palestine” as flames engulfed several bystanders.

The scene was nothing short of apocalyptic. Bystanders screamed and scrambled for safety as fire consumed clothing and skin. Emergency responders rushed to the site within minutes, transporting six burn victims—ranging in age from 67 to 88—to nearby hospitals. As of this morning, four of the six remain in critical condition, and one has undergone emergency skin graft surgery.

One of the injured, confirmed just one hour ago, is a singer whose name authorities have chosen to withhold at the request of family members. The performer is known within the Colorado arts community and had been an active figure in local charity concerts and cultural festivals. Friends and fans have since flooded social media with tributes and messages of support, as the singer fights for their life in a Colorado burn trauma unit.

The FBI, which has taken over the investigation, released a statement indicating that the attack is being investigated as a “targeted terrorist incident.” FBI Director Christopher Wray personally addressed the case Sunday evening, stating that the evidence so far suggests the assault was politically motivated and intended to inflict mass casualties. The suspect, Soliman, is reportedly known to authorities and is now being held in federal custody. He sustained minor burns during the attack but is expected to face multiple federal charges, including attempted murder and domestic terrorism.

Governor Jared Polis of Colorado condemned the attack in a strongly worded statement, calling it “an act of hatred and cowardice that will not stand.” He also emphasized the need for unity in the face of extremist violence and pledged that state and federal resources would be fully committed to justice for the victims.

This attack comes amid heightened global tensions over the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, and officials are wary of potential copycat attacks or retaliatory violence. Law enforcement has already stepped up patrols around cultural and religious centers across Colorado, with particular attention to upcoming events scheduled for Denver and Boulder.

The Pearl Street Mall, typically a haven of art, music, and open-air relaxation, has been transformed into a crime scene littered with debris and scorched pavement. Local residents are grieving—not just for the physical damage, but for the loss of innocence and sense of safety that once defined the area.

As for the singer, close friends describe them as someone with “a voice that could lift people out of the darkest moments,” and say they were only attending the event to show solidarity and compassion. “They sang for peace,” said a fellow musician, “and now they’re lying in a hospital bed because of hate.”

More information is expected to emerge in the coming hours as the FBI continues to process forensic evidence and interview eyewitnesses. Authorities are urging anyone with photos, videos, or direct knowledge of the suspect’s actions before the attack to come forward immediately. Meanwhile, the local community has organized a candlelight vigil for the victims tonight at 8 PM on the west end of Pearl Street, where the tragedy began.

In a nation already on edge, this attack serves as another painful reminder of how fast hate can erupt into violence—and how, sometimes, even a song isn’t enough to stop the flames.