At least 15 people were killed and dozens were injured in a horrific truck ramming attack in New Orleans early Wednesday morning. The suspected driver, identified as 42-year-old Shamsud-Bin Jabbar, deliberately plowed into a bustling Bourbon Street crowd who were celebrating the New Year. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver appeared to be targeting as many people as possible before allegedly opening fire on police.
The chaotic scene quickly escalated into a shootout between the suspect and law enforcement officials, ultimately resulting in the death of Jabbar. The senseless act of violence has left the city of New Orleans in shock and mourning as investigators work to piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident.
NBC News correspondent Tom Llamas was on the ground in New Orleans to report on the aftermath of the attack. The community is coming together to support the victims and their families during this difficult time.
This latest act of terror serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat of violence in our society, and the need for continued vigilance and security measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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