A major terrorist attack took place in New Orleans, America on Wednesday, which shook the entire city. The attackers coming at high speed rammed their car into the crowd, killing more than 12 people. The revelations made by the New Orleans Police are frightening. Police said that the driver of the car had come with the intention of committing genocide. He also shot two policemen. As soon as they reached near the crowd, the attackers in the car started firing. Their aim was to first eliminate the police and then cause maximum damage.
Althea Duncan, special officer of the American investigating agency FBI, said that the investigation of the entire matter has started. We have found an IED on the spot, this has increased the concern. The FBI is investigating whether the IED found at the spot was brought by the attackers with them or was already lying there. There is concern about this also because this entire area is a very safe zone. There is a football stadium here, where thousands of people come to watch the matches. Local people have been asked to stay in their homes.
Robot seen in video
When Althea Duncan was asked whether only one IED was found there or more than one, she refused to give details. Just said that we have received some equipment, which is a matter of concern. Video from CNN affiliate WDSU shows a robot investigating under a car. Police is also investigating this matter.
The match was to take place after some time
US President Joe Biden has been informed about the entire matter. This area is a popular place in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Many people had gathered here to celebrate the New Year. Shortly thereafter, the Sugar Bowl college American football match was to be held here. Heavy security forces were deployed for this. Because of this also a large crowd had gathered on the road.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: January 1, 2025, 19:15 IST
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