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Terror in New Orleans: 15 dead after attack on revelers!
On New Year's morning 2025, a man drove a pickup truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 15 people.
Terror in New Orleans: 15 dead after attack on revelers!
Fifteen people were killed and dozens injured in a devastating attack in New Orleans on New Year's morning. The perpetrator, a 42-year-old US citizen named Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was driving a pickup truck through busy Bourbon Street, where many people were celebrating the New Year. According to US President Joe Biden, the attacker publicly posted videos in which he revealed his motivation - he was inspired by the Islamic State (IS) terrorist network. In the vehicle, the FBI found an IS flag and possible explosive devices, which are being further examined in the investigation. It is also investigating whether there is a connection to an explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, which exploded just a few hours later.
Victim of the attack
Among the victims are many people who wanted to spend New Year's Eve in New Orleans. Ni’Kyra Cheyenne Dedeaux, an 18-year-old celebrating with her cousin, was full of life and ready to pursue her nursing degree. Her family was shocked to learn of her death. The same was true of Reggie Hunter, a 37-year-old father who came to New Orleans to celebrate with his cousin. He died as a result of his injuries, while his cousin Kevin Curry survived injured but required surgery. Another reporter from the New York Times emphasizes that Tiger Bech, a former Princeton University football player, is also among the victims.
Biden expressed his condolences for the affected families and described the nation's sadness over this heinous act. The investigation is ongoing and police are continuing to investigate whether the perpetrator had accomplices - reports of a group of suspicious people seen around the crime scene have not been confirmed.
These horrific events in the popular French Quarter, a celebration hotspot, show the tragic consequences of violence and terrorism that continue throughout the holiday season. Las Vegas police have also stated that there is currently no evidence of a connection between the two incidents, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the perpetrator's motives and connections, as reported by today.at and nytimes.com is reported.