In the early hours of New Year’s Eve, a devastating incident unfolded in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Around 3 a.m., a truck plowed into a crowd on Bourbon Street, resulting in at least 14 fatalities and numerous injuries.
Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing scene. Jim and Nicole Mowrer, present during the incident, described a truck breaching a barricade and subsequently hearing gunfire. They observed police officers rushing toward the commotion and, after the situation calmed, encountered several injured individuals requiring assistance.
In response to the tragedy, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry expressed his condolences, labeling the event a “horrific act of violence.” He urged the public to avoid the area while first responders and law enforcement managed the scene.
The French Quarter, renowned for its vibrant nightlife and historic charm, was teeming with visitors celebrating the New Year when the attack occurred. Emergency services swiftly transported the injured to nearby hospitals, including University Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Campus.
Authorities are actively investigating the incident to determine the motive behind the attack. They have advised the public to steer clear of the vicinity as the investigation continues.
This tragic event has cast a somber shadow over the city’s festive season, leaving the community in mourning as they seek answers and justice for the victims.
