America New Year Horror: On January 1, in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, a man ran his pickup truck over people celebrating New Year. In this, 12 people died, while more than 30 people were injured. According to CNN, this incident took place on Bourbon Street in the city. People present there said that early in the morning a speeding car came and ran over the people celebrating. After this, a man got out of the car. He started firing on the people, in response to which the police force also had to fire. According to NBC News, the suspect has died.
ABC News quoted a police spokesperson as saying that it seems that the attack was done intentionally. After this incident, the atmosphere of New Year’s celebration turned into mourning. Police is investigating the matter. The injured people have been admitted to 5 hospitals in the city.
A similar attack happened in Germany too
Earlier, on 25 December, a similar attack had taken place in Germany. A Saudi doctor had driven his car over people in a market in Magdeburg city. 5 people were killed and more than 200 people were injured in the incident.
Suspect dead, reason for attack not yet known
According to NBC News, the suspect has died. The reason for the attack is not yet known. According to a White House official, President Biden has been briefed on the attack.
Driver shot 2 officers
City Police Chief Anne Patrick said that the man opened fire on police officers, in which two police officers were injured. At present, their condition is stable.
Bourbon Street is known for LGBTQ parties
There are many bars and restaurants on Bourbon Street. This area is famous for LGBTQ parties and is called the heart of the gay community. Many people from the LGBTQ community reached here to celebrate the New Year on Wednesday.
Improvised explosive devices were found at the scene
FBI agent Duncan said that improvised explosive devices (IEDs) have been found at the scene. We are trying to find out if these were used in the attack. He advised people to stay away from the scene.
FBI said – this is not a terrorist incident
FBI Special Agent Althea Duncan has given a press briefing on this matter. She said that the FBI has taken the matter in its hands. This is not a terrorist incident. Earlier, the city’s mayor had called it a terrorist incident.
New Orleans mayor called the incident a terrorist act
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has called this accident ‘horrific’. He asked for prayers for those injured in the accident on social media. New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell has called this accident a terrorist attack. She said that the incident is still being investigated.
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