The Daily Terror in New Orleans
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Jan 3, 2025 
Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, a criminal justice reporter at The New York Times, and Mike Baker, a national reporter, dive into the harrowing New Year's attack in New Orleans. They explore the chaos on Bourbon Street and the tragic loss of 15 lives. The suspect, a U.S. Army veteran turned ISIS supporter, had a chilling journey into radicalization, shaped by personal struggles. The discussion sheds light on the implications for public safety during large events and the communities left grappling with the aftermath.
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New Orleans Attack
- A white pickup truck sped around a police car barricade on Bourbon Street in New Orleans around 3:15 a.m. on New Year's Day.
- The truck accelerated down the street, hitting pedestrians before stopping, and an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in the attacker's death.
Initial Fears of Coordinated Attack
- Initial reports suggested a potential coordinated attack due to similar incidents, like a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas.
- The presence of explosive devices in New Orleans and the use of rental trucks in both incidents heightened these concerns.
FBI Confirms Lone Attacker
- The FBI later confirmed the New Orleans attacker, Shamsuddin Bahar Jabbar, acted alone, dismissing initial fears of a larger plot.
- Bystanders near the explosive devices were cleared of involvement, and the focus shifted to understanding Jabbar's radicalization.