Dark Plot Unravels: New Year's Day Terror in New Orleans

Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a former U.S. Army veteran from Texas, was involved in an attack on New Year's Day revelers in New Orleans, leaving multiple casualties. The incident was linked to potential terrorism due to an ISIS flag on Jabbar's truck. Investigations are ongoing to find possible accomplices.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 02-01-2025 03:13 IST | Created: 02-01-2025 03:13 IST
Dark Plot Unravels: New Year's Day Terror in New Orleans

Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Texan, orchestrated a tragic attack on New Year's Day celebrants in New Orleans. This incident, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries, is now considered a potential act of terrorism, owing to the Islamic State flag found on Jabbar's truck.

Jabbar, a U.S. Army veteran, perished during a shootout with police at the scene. Despite his previous military service and work in real estate, no substantial clues have emerged so far to explain his motive in executing this attack.

Authorities are actively pursuing further leads, suspecting Jabbar did not act alone. The investigation is keen on unearthing connections to terrorist groups and any accomplices that may have assisted in planning this dreadful assault.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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