Truck Attack in New Orleans Kills 15

On New Year’s Day, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. Army veteran from Texas, drove a pickup truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing at least 15 people and injuring over 35 others before being shot dead by police. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism, noting the presence of an Islamic State flag in the vehicle and potential improvised explosive devices found nearby. Authorities believe Jabbar may not have acted alone and are exploring his possible connections to terrorist organizations. Eyewitness accounts describe a scene of chaos and panic during the attack. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick condemned the act as evil, while President Biden expressed condolences to the victims' families and condemned violence. The investigation is ongoing, with local officials urging people to avoid the French Quarter.