FBI Warns of Potential Copycat Attacks

On New Year's Day, Shamsud-Din Jabbar executed a deadly attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people and injuring many others. The FBI revealed that Jabbar posted videos expressing support for ISIS shortly before the attack, where he indicated he changed his target from family and friends to a broader audience. Following the incident, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security issued a joint intelligence bulletin warning law enforcement about potential copycats, highlighting ISIS's encouragement of vehicle attacks since 2014, particularly following the recent Israel-Hamas conflict. In the UK, authorities remain on heightened alert, fearing similar attacks could be inspired by the New Orleans tragedy, as they monitor over 600 active investigations into possible plots. The situation has led to increased security measures, with police patrolling high-profile sites. Despite the investigation, there is currently no evidence that Jabbar had accomplices or that ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack.