Truck attack on people celebrating New Year in the US, 12 killed

Washington (USA) – On 31.12.2024, during New Year celebrations on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, a man drove a truck into a crowd. The attack resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people and left more than 30 injured. According to the witnesses, the attacker exited the truck after the crash and opened fire on the crowd. The Police personnel present there responded by firing at the assailant. However, it remains unclear whether the attacker was killed or apprehended. The Police are investigating the case, but the attacker’s identity and motive are yet to be ascertained. Officials have clarified that the incident was not an act of terrorism.