Criminal The Bus Ride
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Aug 15, 2025 Joel Anderson, a seasoned reporter known for his in-depth storytelling, interviews Jabar Gibson, who played a pivotal role during Hurricane Katrina. They discuss the dire conditions in the Fischer Housing Projects and Jabar's courageous plan to escape on a commandeered school bus. Anderson reveals Jabar’s transformation from a heroic figure saving lives to facing legal troubles post-disaster, shedding light on the complex aftermath of survival and media attention. Their conversation captures the resilience and humanity amidst chaos.
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Young Caretaker In Crisis
- Jabbar Gibson stayed in the Fisher Housing Projects during Katrina and took on responsibility for his family and neighbors.
- He had been out of school, selling drugs, and already acted like an adult figure in his household.
Evacuation Orders vs. Practical Limits
- Many residents at Fisher couldn't evacuate due to poverty, lack of cars, and no hotel funds.
- Evacuation orders alone didn't solve the practical barriers facing low-income communities.
From Siphoned Gas To A Bus Plan
- Two days after Katrina, Jabbar and friends tried siphoning gas and planned to use a truck but it failed.
- They then spotted abandoned school buses and decided to attempt driving one back to Fisher.