Terror Strikes New Orleans: Veteran's Vehicle Rampage on New Year's Day

A U.S. Army veteran carrying an ISIS flag drove into a crowd in New Orleans' French Quarter on New Year's Day, killing 10 and injuring dozens. Police are investigating links to terrorism as they search for involved suspects. The suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was shot dead during a police altercation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 02-01-2025 03:24 IST | Created: 02-01-2025 03:24 IST
Terror Strikes New Orleans: Veteran's Vehicle Rampage on New Year's Day
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New Year's Day celebrations in New Orleans' French Quarter turned tragic as a U.S. Army veteran swerved his truck into a crowd, killing at least 10 people and injuring many more. The suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was subsequently killed by police gunfire.

Jabbar's truck displayed an ISIS flag, raising concerns over possible terrorist connections. Surveillance footage showed multiple individuals placing explosive devices in the area, intensifying the ongoing investigation.

Authorities have postponed the scheduled Sugar Bowl and are actively searching for additional suspects while meticulously inspecting neighborhoods for potential threats.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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