Army Veteran from Texas Identified as New Orleans Truck Attacker
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S.-born citizen from Texas and Army veteran, has been identified as the man responsible for the deadly truck attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The FBI confirmed that Jabbar posted videos expressing his support for ISIS before the attack that claimed the lives of at least 14 people and injured dozens.
Details of the Attack
Jabbar drove a pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street around 3:15 a.m., bypassing security barriers and firing upon law enforcement officers before being struck by police fire and declared dead at the scene. The FBI found an ISIS flag on the vehicle’s trailer hitch, indicating a potential motive for the attack.
Investigation and Background of the Attacker
Despite initial concerns of accomplices, the FBI has stated that Jabbar acted alone in the attack and had no direct ties to foreign terrorist organizations. Jabbar’s younger brother, Abdur-Rahim Jabbar, revealed that Shamsud-Din had shown signs of increasing religious devotion leading up to the attack but had not displayed radicalization indicators to his family.
Victims and Aftermath
The names of the victims of the New Orleans attack have begun to emerge, including individuals from various cities and backgrounds who lost their lives or sustained injuries during the tragic event. Efforts are ongoing to identify all victims and provide support to those affected by the attack.
As the investigation unfolds, questions remain about the attacker’s motives and potential connections to other incidents. The community grapples with the aftermath of the violence that shook Bourbon Street and the nation on New Year’s Day. The human toll of such senseless acts highlights the need for vigilance and support for those impacted by such tragedies.
