The FBI has stated with confidence that Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar acted alone when he drove a truck into a New Year's crowd in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring dozens more. Surveillance footage captured him planting explosives, but they failed to detonate. Jabbar, a military veteran with a history of extremist beliefs, left behind a statement claiming allegiance to the Islamic State and intent to harm acquaintances.
Witnessing the aftermath of the attack, the city moved forward with resilience. Just a mile from the tragic event, the Sugar Bowl continued as planned, with tens of thousands gathered. A moment of silence was observed, demonstrating the community's spirit to unite in the face of tragedy. A local bar owner reflected, 'I don’t know that the magnitude of the whole thing really sets in yet,' highlighting the emotional impact.
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