Revealed: New Orleans touted public safety street closures for years but didn't implement them
Briefly

The investigation reveals a critical lapse in public safety by local officials in New Orleans, who allowed vehicle access to Bourbon Street during major events despite having established safety plans prohibiting this. This negligence became glaringly evident following a tragic attack on January 1st, where a truck drove into celebrators, resulting in numerous casualties. Despite prior warnings from federal officials about potential threats, the city failed to implement adequate protective barriers, reflecting a troubling pattern of ignoring safety measures crucial for protecting large gatherings.
Local officials in New Orleans failed to enforce vehicle restrictions on Bourbon Street during major events, leaving pedestrians vulnerable to attacks despite ongoing warnings.
The permissive approach allowed vehicles on Bourbon Street for nearly 90 events, raising serious questions about public safety measures that authorities promised to uphold.
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