Car Rams into Crowd in New Orleans, Multiple Fatalities and Injuries Reported
A devastating incident occurred in New Orleans early in the morning, when a driver deliberately plowed into a crowd of people, resulting in multiple fatalities and at least ten injuries. The driver, who exited the vehicle after the crash, allegedly opened fire, prompting a police response.
According to eyewitnesses, the driver fired shots after the collision, and the police engaged in a shootout in response. The official death toll and the circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear.
Federal authorities have confirmed the discovery of explosive devices at the scene in New Orleans, where the attack took place. The FBI has taken over the investigation, and the incident has been described as a terrorist attack by the city’s mayor.
The popular Bourbon Street, a tourist hotspot, has been cordoned off, and rescue teams can be seen in videos and images on social media, tending to the injured and the lifeless on the ground.
Local authorities have advised residents and visitors to avoid the area, and further information is expected to be released as the day unfolds.