Hayam Salah Alsaid Ahmed Elgamal, Habiba Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman, and Four Minor Children Detained by ICE Following Alleged Boulder Terror Attack by Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman
Washington, D.C. — June 4, 2025
Federal authorities have confirmed the detention of Hayam Salah Alsaid Ahmed Elgamal, her daughter Habiba Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman, and four minor children, all family members of Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman, the man accused in a recent suspected terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. The detentions, executed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), come amid an expanding investigation into the alleged incident that has left federal officials, local residents, and the nation on edge.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced the family’s detainment during a formal address earlier today. All six individuals are Egyptian nationals. ICE is holding them in federal custody while removal proceedings are underway. Authorities are examining whether any family members had advance knowledge of, or were in any way involved in, the alleged actions of Soliman, who remains the central figure in the ongoing federal terrorism investigation.
Family Details and Immigration Status
According to federal records, the family entered the United States legally on August 27, 2022, with visas permitting them to stay until February 26, 2023. However, rather than departing when their visas expired, Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman applied for asylum on September 29, 2022, citing fear of persecution if forced to return to Egypt. His application, filed in Denver, included his wife and children as dependents.
The individuals currently in custody include:
- Hayam Salah Alsaid Ahmed Elgamal, 41 (Soliman’s wife)
- Habiba Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman, 18 (Soliman’s daughter)
- Two minor sons (names withheld)
- Two minor daughters (names withheld)
All are being detained pending further immigration court proceedings. The minor children are under special protective care given their age and legal status.
Secretary Noem’s Statement and Ongoing Inquiry
In her statement, Secretary Noem affirmed that national security agencies are coordinating to understand the full scope of the suspected terrorist activity in Boulder. She indicated that while no formal charges have been filed against the family, their close relationship to the primary suspect necessitated immediate legal action to preserve public safety and national security interests.
“We are committed to ensuring that anyone connected to this horrific act is thoroughly investigated,” Secretary Noem said. “Justice will be delivered without delay, and public safety will not be compromised.”
The Department of Homeland Security is currently working alongside the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Justice, and local law enforcement agencies in Colorado to assess any potential associations, communication exchanges, financial transactions, or travel activity that may link family members to Soliman’s alleged plot.
Boulder Community on Edge
The Boulder community remains tense in the wake of the alleged incident. Though federal authorities have yet to release detailed information about the nature or scope of Soliman’s actions, sources close to the investigation suggest that officials are treating the matter as an attempted or planned act of domestic terrorism.
Community members have held vigils and public meetings calling for transparency and reassurances from law enforcement. Local leaders have urged the public not to make assumptions about the family until the facts are fully known.
“This is a time for both caution and compassion,” one Boulder city council member said. “We must allow investigators to do their work, while ensuring that our values of justice and due process remain intact.”
Legal and Immigration Ramifications
The Soliman family’s immigration status—specifically, their overstay and subsequent asylum application—has drawn renewed attention to the broader issue of visa compliance and asylum system vulnerabilities. Critics argue that the current system may not be rigorous enough to detect individuals who may pose a national security risk.
ICE has clarified that the family’s detention is based on their immigration violations but confirmed that additional legal action could be taken if evidence arises suggesting knowledge of, or participation in, Soliman’s alleged activities.
According to immigration law experts, if the family is found to have had no involvement in the attack, their most likely outcome is deportation for violating the terms of their stay. However, if any family member is linked to the planning, support, or concealment of Soliman’s actions, they could face federal criminal charges.
“Being associated with a terror suspect does not automatically imply guilt,” said one federal legal analyst. “However, the government will carefully examine every detail—communications, money transfers, encrypted messages, or any anomalies in behavior.”
Political and National Response
Secretary Noem’s handling of the case has received national attention. Known for her firm stance on immigration enforcement, she has called for a broader review of the asylum process to ensure individuals who present potential threats are flagged and thoroughly vetted.
“We cannot allow our asylum system to become a back door for those seeking to harm our people,” Noem declared. “This case underscores why security must always be at the heart of immigration policy.”
Lawmakers across the political spectrum have weighed in. Some have praised the swift ICE response, while others have urged caution, warning against the premature assumption of guilt by association, especially in cases involving minor children.
Civil rights groups have also raised concerns about the treatment of family members in terror-related cases, particularly when no direct evidence of wrongdoing has been presented.
“Every individual deserves due process, regardless of their relationship to someone accused of a crime,” said a spokesperson for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). “We must not allow fear to erode the core principles of justice.”
Next Steps and Grand Jury Developments
Federal authorities are continuing to collect evidence and have not ruled out additional detentions or indictments. A federal grand jury in Colorado has reportedly been convened to evaluate the charges that may be brought against Mohamed Sabry Farag Soliman, and potentially others who may have been involved.
Meanwhile, ICE is moving forward with removal proceedings for the family members. Hearings will take place in immigration court in the coming weeks to determine whether any of them may remain in the country or face deportation to Egypt.
The federal government has confirmed that until the investigation concludes, all six individuals will remain in custody.
Public Safety Remains Top Priority
In her concluding remarks, Secretary Noem reiterated the government’s focus on security and compassion, calling for public unity as investigators pursue the truth.
“We are committed to defending our nation from all threats, foreign and domestic,” she said. “This is a time for resolve, clarity, and unwavering determination. Justice will prevail—not just for the people of Boulder, but for all Americans.”
As the case unfolds, its implications are already being felt across the country. From immigration reform to counterterrorism strategy, the events in Boulder have ignited critical conversations that extend far beyond Colorado’s borders.
More information will be released as federal authorities continue to investigate the scope and implications of this developing case.
