New Orleans latest updates: Death toll from vehicle attack rise to 15


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A tragic vehicle attack in New Orleans during New Year's celebrations has resulted in 15 confirmed deaths and approximately 30 injuries. The incident occurred around 3:15 AM at the intersection of Canal and Bourbon Street in the French Quarter

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Key Details:
  • The suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran from Texas, deliberately drove a pickup truck into a crowd
  • After crashing the vehicle, the driver opened fire and exchanged gunshots with police
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  • The suspect was ultimately killed in a shootout with law enforcement
Investigation Status:

  • The FBI is leading the investigation and is exploring potential terrorism connections
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  • Authorities discovered what appeared to be improvised explosive devices in the truck
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  • Some officials suggest the suspect may not have been "solely responsible" for the attack
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Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry described the event as a "horrific act of violence," while New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick stated the driver was "determined to inflict destruction and chaos"
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