Six injured in targeted attack in Colorado: FBI investigating!

Six injured in targeted attack in Colorado: FBI investigating!

A devastating incident recently occurred in Boulder, Colorado, in which six people were injured. The attack happened on a pedestrian street during a weekly peaceful event that brought together members of the Jewish community. The FBI has begun an intensive investigation and sees the incident as a “targeted act of violence.” This assessment is supported by US intelligence coordinator Tulsi Gabbard, who described the attack as a “targeted terrorist attack”.

The perpetrator, a male attacker, used a makeshift flamethrower and threw an incendiary device into the crowd. During his attack, he loudly shouted “Free Palestine.” The police finally arrested the perpetrator; however, the exact circumstances of the incident are still unclear. Police Chief Steve Redfearn emphasized that it was too early to speculate about the attacker's motive. While Redfearn remained cautious and did not explicitly confirm a terrorist attack, FBI Director Kash Patel clearly described the incident as a “targeted terrorist attack.”

Injuries and reactions

The victims of this horrific incident were between 67 and 88 years old. This age range indicates that the event was a community gathering of older people who appeared to be the target of the attack. The incident has raised concerns, particularly around the safety of community events and the protection of vulnerable groups.

Reactions to the incident are mixed. While authorities try to determine the exact background, pressure is increasing on political decision-makers to increase security in public spaces. Experts warn of an increase in political violence, especially in times of tension and social conflict.

Overall, the situation remains tense as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the attack and the perpetrator's motive. The course of the investigation will be crucial in finding answers to the crucial questions raised by this attack.