The FBI has launched an investigation into a deadly truck-ramming attack on New Orleans’ Bourbon Street, declaring it an act of terrorism. The agency confirmed Wednesday that the suspected assailant was killed during an encounter with law enforcement.
“This morning, an individual drove a car into a crowd of people on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing a number of people and injuring dozens of others,” the FBI stated.
The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, engaged with local law enforcement officers following the attack and was fatally shot.
“The FBI is the lead investigative agency, and we are working with our partners to investigate this as an act of terrorism,” the statement added.
Further details about the incident and the suspect’s motives are under investigation, with authorities emphasizing their commitment to ensuring public safety in the aftermath of the attack.
