A tragic incident in New Orleans left 10 dead and many injured after a driver plowed into a crowd during New Year’s celebrations
New Orleans: A New Year’s celebration took a dark turn when a car crashed into a crowd, resulting in 10 fatalities and many injuries. It happened around 3 a.m. on Bourbon Street, a popular spot for revelers.
Witnesses reported chaos as the driver intentionally drove into people. After the crash, the suspect even fired at police, injuring two officers who are now stable and receiving care.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, and over 30 people were taken to various hospitals for treatment. Most of the victims were locals, not tourists, which is quite surprising given the time of year.
Authorities are still piecing together what happened. They found an improvised explosive device at the scene, but it’s unclear if it was functional. The FBI is now in charge of the investigation.
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell called it a “terrorist attack,” but the FBI disagrees, saying it wasn’t terrorism. The governor of Louisiana also condemned the violence and urged everyone to pray for the victims.
As for the driver, they haven’t been identified yet, but reports suggest they may be deceased. The motive behind this horrific act remains a mystery.
Right now, the focus is on the victims and their families as the city grapples with this tragedy.
