In a devastating incident early on New Year’s Day, a vehicle rammed into a crowd of people in the heart of New Orleans, leaving at least 10 dead and 30 others injured. The crash occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. near the intersection of Bourbon Street and Iberville Street, a well-known area in the French Quarter, which was crowded with revelers celebrating the start of the new year.
Authorities from NOLA Ready, the city’s emergency preparedness agency, confirmed the fatalities, while emergency services quickly responded to the scene. Bourbon Street was immediately closed off, and residents and visitors were urged to stay clear of the area.
Witnesses reported that the SUV involved in the crash struck pedestrians at high speed. Following the collision, the driver exited the vehicle and began firing shots into the crowd, prompting police to return fire. This chaotic turn of events left the community in shock as they grappled with the scale of the violence.
Bourbon Street, a popular tourist destination, was packed with New Year’s Eve celebrants, making it a tragic target for such a violent act. Many social media users expressed horror and disbelief over the incident, with one commenting, “Whoever did this needs to face the true extent of justice.” Others lamented the tragedy, urging for better security at such public events to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
As the investigation continues, the city mourns the victims, and authorities seek to piece together the motives behind this horrific event.
