Mayor Cantrell described today's incident as a terrorist attack. This was further reinforced by FBI's involvement, emphasizing the seriousness as they investigated potential explosives found at the scene.
Alethea Duncan from the FBI's New Orleans field office stated that officials are examining a suspected improvised explosive device discovered in the area, heightening concerns about the incident.
Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick urged the public to avoid Bourbon Street, indicating both the gravity of the situation and the ongoing investigation by the FBI into the mass casualty event.
Witnesses recounted the horrific scene where a truck drove into a crowd during a peak nightlife time, amplifying the tragic nature of the incident on New Year's celebrations.
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