New Orleans’ Bourbon Street became the site of a horrific tragedy in the early hours of New Year’s Day as a driver plowed into a crowd of revelers in what authorities have confirmed was a “terrorist attack”.  The devastating incident, which occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. near the intersection of Bourbon Street and Iberville, claimed the lives of at least 10 people and left dozens more injured.

According to officials, the driver exited the vehicle and fired a weapon following the collision, further escalating the chaos. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, transporting approximately 30 injured individuals to five hospitals across the city. A significant police and emergency services presence remains in the area.

“There has been a mass casualty incident on Canal and Bourbon Street. Get yourself away from the area,” NOLA Ready, the city’s emergency preparedness agency, warned on social media.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry described the incident as “a horrific act of violence” and urged the public to pray for the victims and first responders. “Sharon and I are deeply saddened by this senseless attack,” he said, encouraging residents and visitors to avoid the area as investigations continue.

The New Orleans Police Department and city officials have yet to confirm the total number of victims involved in the attack. The incident has cast a dark shadow over the city’s New Year’s celebrations and left many shaken in its aftermath.

This story is developing. Stay tuned for updates.

Credit: FOX News

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