Overview

• The assault occurred around 2 p.m. MDT at the intersection of 13th and Pearl streets as demonstrators marched in support of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.
• Boulder Police evacuated the 1200 to 1400 blocks of Pearl Street between Walnut and Pine and advised the public to avoid the area.
• Multiple protesters, including children, suffered burns and other injuries, though authorities have not specified the total number or the severity of wounds.
• Run For Their Lives, the group behind the walk, described the event as a peaceful plea for the hostages’ release prior to the attack.
• Police detained a man near the historic courthouse but have released no further information as the investigation into the use of incendiary devices continues.