FBI investigating multiple-injury attack in downtown Boulder, Colorado
The GuardianSunday, June 1, 2025 at 11:51:18 PM
A disturbing attack unfolded in downtown Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday afternoon, leaving multiple people injured. Police responded to reports of a man wielding an incendiary device—likely something that causes burns—near the courthouse. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as the suspect allegedly targeted people, resulting in injuries consistent with burns. Authorities quickly apprehended a male suspect, and the FBI has now joined the investigation. Details are still emerging, but the incident has rattled the community.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another local crime blip—it’s a violent, seemingly random attack in a public space, which raises alarms about safety in what should be a secure area. The FBI’s involvement suggests the possibility of broader implications, whether due to the method (an incendiary device) or the location (near a courthouse). For Boulder residents, it’s a grim reminder that even familiar streets can become scenes of sudden violence. Nationally, it adds to the uneasy drumbeat of public attacks, keeping the debate over urban safety and law enforcement response front and center.
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