A shocking attack in New Orleans left 15 dead as videos show the chaos unfold, prompting an urgent investigation by authorities
New Orleans: It was a nightmare come to life. An armed driver went on a rampage, killing at least 15 people in just a few minutes. The chaos unfolded on New Year’s Day, and it was all caught on video.
Footage shows the terrifying moments as police rushed to the scene, trying to stop the madness. The driver, identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar, plowed through crowds before cops finally took him down.
Jabbar, a 42-year-old Army veteran, was behind the wheel of a rented truck. He had picked it up in Texas just days before the attack. Authorities believe he intentionally targeted people celebrating in the French Quarter.
Witnesses described the scene as pure horror. Jabbar drove fast, swerving around barricades and hitting as many people as he could. Police later said he was “hellbent on creating carnage.”
After crashing the truck, he jumped out and opened fire with an assault rifle, leaving many injured and in shock. The police arrived quickly, and a shootout ensued, ending with Jabbar being shot dead.
Investigators found pipe bombs hidden in the truck, raising alarms about the attack being more than just a random act of violence. They’re piecing together Jabbar’s movements leading up to the incident.
As the city mourns, the identities of the victims are starting to emerge. Families are grieving, and the community is left to grapple with the aftermath of this senseless tragedy.