Tragedy Strikes New Orleans: New Year's Day Terror Rampage

A terror attack in New Orleans' French Quarter on New Year's Day left 10 dead and over 30 injured. The assailant, Shamsuddin Bahar Jabbar, drove into a crowd and opened fire. Authorities are investigating links to terrorist organizations, with increased efforts to support affected families and continue the investigation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Houston | Updated: 02-01-2025 00:42 IST | Created: 02-01-2025 00:42 IST
Tragedy Strikes New Orleans: New Year's Day Terror Rampage
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In a horrifying incident early on New Year's Day, a large crowd in New Orleans' French Quarter was targeted by a man in a pickup truck, resulting in 10 fatalities and over 30 injuries. Authorities are labeling it a terrorist attack.

The suspect, 42-year-old Shamsuddin Bahar Jabbar, engaged in a shootout with police, ending in his death. Before the confrontation, he fired into the crowd and drove his vehicle into pedestrians around 3.15 am, bypassing barricades.

Investigations are ongoing, exploring Jabbar's possible ties to terrorist groups and potential accomplices. Meanwhile, officials prioritize reconnecting affected families, with city and federal support in full swing following the terrible event.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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