New Year Day Horror: 10 Dead as Driver Intentionally Rams into Crowd in New Orleans

In a horrifying incident on New Year’s Day, a driver intentionally plowed a pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and 30 injuries. The attack, which occurred during the city’s New Year celebrations, has left the community in shock and mourning.

Incident

In the early hours of January 1, 2025, a man driving a pickup truck at high speed rammed into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street. The driver, whose actions were described as “very intentional” by New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, also fired shots at police officers, injuring two.

Immediate Aftermath

Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, transporting the injured to five local hospitals, including University Medical Center and East Jefferson General Hospital. The incident has been classified as a mass casualty event, with authorities urging people to avoid the area.

Community Response

New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry have condemned the attack, with the governor calling it a “horrific act of violence”. The FBI has taken over the investigation to determine the motive behind the attack.

A horrific act of violence took place on Bourbon Street earlier this morning.

Please join Sharon and I in praying for all the victims and first responders on scene.

I urge all near the scene to avoid the area.

— Governor Jeff Landry (@LAGovJeffLandry) January 1, 2025

Impact on New Year Celebrations

The attack occurred just hours before the city was set to host the Sugar Bowl, an annual college football game that draws fans from across the country. The festive atmosphere quickly turned to one of fear and sorrow as the community grappled with the tragedy.

Investigation and Security Measures

Authorities are actively investigating the incident, with the suspect’s motives still unclear. The New Orleans Police Department had ramped up security for the New Year’s celebrations, deploying over 300 officers and additional resources from partner law enforcement agencies.

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