……Ten Dead, Shooter Killed, and Dozens Injured
Abuja, Nigeria — January 1, 2025 — Newspot Nigeria provides an updated report on the tragic incident in New Orleans, United States, where a car plowed into a crowd during New Year’s Day celebrations, resulting in 10 fatalities and over 30 injuries. This devastating event occurred on Bourbon Street, renowned for its vibrant nightlife, as revelers marked the start of the new year.
Officials in New Orleans held a news conference on the attack, which occurred in the early hours of January 1 as celebrations were underway. According to New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, the suspect drove around barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in “very intentional behavior.” “He was hellbent on creating the carnage and the damage that he did,” Kirkpatrick said during the briefing.
The driver exchanged gunfire with responding police officers, the FBI stated, and was declared dead at the scene. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism and confirmed that an improvised explosive device was found with the suspect. Eyewitnesses described the chaos as the speeding vehicle plowed into the crowd, sending people flying. After the crash, the driver reportedly exited the vehicle and began shooting at police officers, injuring two. Both officers are now in stable condition. Casualties were rushed to several hospitals, including University Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center, as emergency services worked tirelessly to assist the injured.
The horrifying attack occurred during the New Year’s celebrations on Bourbon Street, a hub of nightlife in New Orleans’ French Quarter. The area, teeming with celebrants, was also preparing for the AllState Sugar Bowl, an NCAA college football event that draws thousands of fans from across the United States. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry described the incident as a “horrific act of violence” and urged residents to avoid the area as investigations continue.
As Nigerians reflect on the tragedy, it underscores the universal importance of public safety and the need for solidarity in times of adversity. Newspot Nigeria will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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