Neighbors of Boulder terror attack suspect, an observant Jewish couple, shared their interactions with the family and their sense of safety following the tragedy. They were made aware of the attack by the FBI due to their visible Jewish identity.
Key Points
Neighbors had prior interaction with suspect's wife
FBI alerted them due to their Jewish identity
Moved to new neighborhood to avoid anti-Israel activism
Hope for de-escalation of antisemitic sentiment
Pros
Increased awareness of potential threats
Strengthens commitment to faith and visibility
Cons
Fear and uncertainty about safety
Possibility of living across from someone accused of terrorism