One of the victims of the antisemitic terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, last month has died from her wounds, the Boulder District Attorney’s Office announced.
Karen Diamond, 82, was one of 13 who were wounded when Mohamed Sabry Soliman threw Molotov cocktails at participants of the Run for Their Lives rally in the city center, a weekly event calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
Diamond’s family announced on Monday that she had died on June 25 and was privately buried. They asked for privacy as they grieve.
Following the announcement of Diamond’s death, the Boulder District Attorney’s Office announced that it is filing additional charges (both due to her death and the identification of additional victims as a result of the investigation).
In total, the amended complaint names a total of 29 victims in the attack.
Of the 29 victims, 13 suffered physical wounds during the attack. “The complaint now contains two counts of first degree murder, 52 counts of attempted first degree murder, eight counts of first degree assault, 18 counts of attempted first degree assault, two counts of third degree assault, two counts of using an incendiary device, 16 counts of attempted use of an incendiary device, and one count of animal cruelty.”
Additional charges of first-degree murder
These additional charges, “including the counts of first degree murder, are being filed after consultation with the US Attorney’s Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Boulder Police Department.”
The District Attorney’s Office stated it stands “united against acts of antisemitism and hate.”
District Attorney Michael Dougherty said, “This horrific attack has now claimed the life of an innocent person who was beloved by her family and friends. Our hearts are with the Diamond family during this incredibly difficult time.
“Our office will fight for justice for the victims, their loved ones, and the community. Part of what makes Colorado special is that people come together in response to a tragedy; I know that the community will continue to unite in supporting the Diamond family and all the victims of this attack.”