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Tragic New Year’s Eve in New Orleans: Truck Attack Claims Lives

Tragic New Year’s Eve in New Orleans: Truck Attack Claims Lives
Ersin Gulec
  • 1 January 22:30, 2025
A festive New Year’s celebration in New Orleans turned tragic when a driver plowed into revelers on Bourbon Street. Reports indicate at least 10 fatalities and 35 injuries, prompting an ongoing FBI investigation.
A Night of Celebration Turns to Chaos

A Night of Celebration Turns to Chaos

New Year’s Eve is traditionally a time for joy, particularly in vibrant cities like New Orleans. However, early in the morning hours, tragedy struck as a truck slammed into a crowd celebrating the holiday on Bourbon Street. Authorities responded promptly, as officers on the scene rushed to aid the injured and control the situation. Eyewitness accounts tell a harrowing story of a festive atmosphere turned chaotic in seconds, leaving both locals and tourists stunned.

Details Unfold as Investigation Begins

Details Unfold as Investigation Begins

The investigation into the attack has been advanced by the FBI, which has identified the driver involved as Shamsud-Din Jabbar. Eyewitness reports indicate that the driver evaded police vehicles, driving a 6000-pound electric truck straight down the street filled with party-goers. As authorities sift through video footage from surveillance cameras along Bourbon Street, the law enforcement community is working tirelessly to gather more details about any potential accomplices or motivations behind this terrible act.

Community in Shock and Mourning

Community in Shock and Mourning

As news of the tragedy spread, many visitors who had traveled to New Orleans for celebrations found themselves in a state of shock. Smiles turned to tears as the festive anticipation of the Sugar Bowl game and New Year festivities were overshadowed by the events on Bourbon Street. Many patrons were bewildered as they arrived, unaware of the chaos that had unfolded. The community is now coming together to mourn the loss while supporting victims’ families and working through the emotional aftermath of this traumatic event.

In a devastating turn of events, New Orleans' renowned Bourbon Street, usually filled with joy and celebration on New Year’s Eve, became the scene of tragedy as a truck driver careened into a crowd of festival-goers. Local authorities reported that the incident took place around 3:15 A.M., just as revelers were ringing in the New Year. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with the driver, identified as 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar from Texas, speeding along the sidewalk before colliding with innocent bystanders. At least 10 people lost their lives in this horrific attack, while 35 others sustained various injuries, including two police officers who heroically confronted the driver. The FBI has launched an investigation into what they are treating as a potential act of terrorism, suggesting that Jabbar may not have acted alone. As officers continue to piece together the events of that chilling night, residents and visitors alike are left grappling with shock and disbelief.
  • New Orleans
  • New Year’s Eve
  • truck attack
  • tragedy
  • terrorism investigation

Comments

@Scarletohellno

They need to be looking for his accomplices and enablers (I mean, besides Biden, Mayorkis, and Harris)

@TheOracao

“A driver” just because its an american otherwise the title of this would be “and illegal immigrant. Poor journalism 😢

@CSemperFi135

He isnt solely responsible. All of islam is.

@mowabb

They love to say clips that show NOTHING as graphic, literally treating the American people like babies. No wonder Gen z so soft

@ARoo-tru

Safety of the people was not a priority because barriers were removed to be replaced at a later date. New Years Eve celebrations with missing barriers & extra police to compensate - really ?

@jackfrair7124

Biden doesnt even know what day it is !

@TheLateDarkness

Why dont you release the attackers name?

@ThisIsTheMajor

What the hell is so graphic? Video by a camera apparently from the 1950s records a white truck turning a corner. Even Bigfoot videos are clearer.

@Hasna-x5d

You all are responsible for this tragidy. No one made his duty right. Every one in the shift of duty of Law Enforcement should be investigated for this negligence in this incident

@Hasna-x5d

The home securuty did not do their job to prevent such incident

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