FBI Investigates New Year's Day Attack in New Orleans

A deadly incident in New Orleans on New Year's Day involved a vehicle driving into a crowd on Bourbon Street, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and 30 injuries. Mayor LaToya Cantrell has labeled the attack a terrorist act, but the FBI has contradicted this assertion, stating it does not classify the incident as terrorism. The driver reportedly accelerated into the crowd and then opened fire on police, injuring two officers before being subdued. Explosives were discovered in the vehicle, raising further concerns about the attack's intent. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities urging the public to stay clear of the area as they gather more information. The conflicting statements from local and federal officials have caused confusion among the public regarding the nature of the attack.