Boulder Firebomber to Change Plea Next Week
Mohammed Sabry Soliman is set to alter his plea in a federal case involving a 2025 attack at the Pearl Street Mall.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Terrorism
Mohammed Sabry Soliman is scheduled to change his plea in federal court the week of October 25, 2026, following a plea deal in the June 2025 firebombing attack. The incident, which took place at the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, resulted in the death of one person.
Why it matters
The change of plea concludes a high-profile federal case that involved nine hate crime charges among a total of twelve federal indictments. The resolution of this case follows intense legal scrutiny regarding both the deadly attack and the defendant's immigration status.
Mohammed Sabry Soliman currently faces 12 federal charges, including nine hate crime counts, stemming from a firebombing that killed one person. Court documents filed on October 16, 2026, confirm that a plea deal has been reached.
The players
Mohammed Sabry Soliman
He is the defendant facing twelve federal charges including nine hate crimes related to a deadly 2025 firebombing attack.
The details
Soliman was charged after throwing Molotov cocktails at the Pearl Street Mall in June 2025. Beyond the criminal proceedings, Soliman is also involved in a deportation battle regarding his ex-wife and five children.
Timeline
The firebombing attack occurred in June 2025.
Soliman entered a not guilty plea in June 2025.
Court documents regarding the plea deal were filed on October 16, 2026.
A court date for the plea change is set for the week of October 25, 2026.
Legal Context
The prosecution of the 2025 Pearl Street Mall firebombing follows the standard federal procedure for domestic terrorism cases. This plea change marks the final stage of the criminal prosecution following the 2025 Pearl Street Mall firebombing.
The resolution of this case brings a conclusion to a violent event that deeply impacted the Pearl Street Mall area. Local residents may see continued media presence and law enforcement activity surrounding the upcoming final court proceedings.
The takeaway
The resolution of the federal charges is expected to result in a life sentence for the defendant. This case highlights the intersection of criminal prosecution and immigration status in high-profile federal terrorism investigations.
What happens next
A court appearance for the formal entry of the plea change is scheduled to take place during the week of October 25, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings, visit the Boulder Terrorism section.
