An Islamic State cell is suspected in a deadly New Orleans attack, where a truck rammed into New Year’s revelers, killing 10 and injuring many.
New Orleans: A shocking incident unfolded on Bourbon Street during New Year celebrations. A truck plowed into a crowd, leaving devastation in its wake.
The driver, Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, was a 42-year-old military veteran. He drove a rented Ford truck into partygoers, killing at least 10 people and injuring many more.
Witnesses described the scene as chaotic. People were enjoying the festivities when suddenly, the truck came barreling through, causing panic and horror.
Authorities believe Jabbar was part of a larger Islamic State cell. An IS flag was found in his vehicle, raising alarms about a coordinated attack.
As the FBI investigates, they’re looking for three accomplices who allegedly planted explosives around the area. Security footage captured them before the attack.
Jabbar was shot and killed by police after he opened fire, injuring two officers. The police chief emphasized the intent behind the attack, calling it an act of evil.
In the aftermath, President Biden expressed condolences to the victims’ families, condemning the violence. The city was already on edge, with heightened security due to the Sugar Bowl festivities.
Witnesses recounted the horror, with some saying they saw bodies lying in the street. The attack has left the community shaken, and many are calling for increased safety measures.
New Orleans had been working on improving security barriers in the area, but the status of those changes remains uncertain following this tragic event.
