DENVER (KDVR) — The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is shedding light on how an Egyptian national living in Colorado Springs was denied a firearm purchase before a firebombing attack on a pro-Israel group on Sunday.

CBI Strategic Communications Director Rob Low said CBI was able to confirm that Soliman attempted to purchase a handgun at Scheels All Sports in Colorado Springs on Nov. 22, 2024.

"Colorado’s firearm background check system worked as designed when it comes to the actions of accused Boulder terrorism suspect Mohamed Sabry Soliman," Low said. "His application was processed through the CBI InstaCheck system, and shortly thereafter, Soliman’s attempted purchase was denied."

Boulder suspect denied concealed handgun permit in 2024

CBI said Soliman never appealed the denial, whic

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