Overview Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. Army veteran from Texas, has been identified as the suspect in the New Orleans truck attack that occurred on January 1, 2025. Jabbar drove a pickup truck into crowds on Bourbon Street, killing at least 10 people and injuring 35 more. He died during a shootout with police.
Incident Details The attack took place around 3:15 a.m. CST on New Year’s Day. Jabbar drove a Ford pickup truck into a large crowd on Bourbon Street, a popular area in the French Quarter of New Orleans. After plowing into the crowd, Jabbar exited the vehicle and began shooting at police officers, injuring two of them. He was subsequently shot and killed by the police.
Background Jabbar was a U.S.-born citizen from Texas and served in the Army on active duty from 2006 to 2015. He earned multiple awards during his military service. In recent years, he worked as a real estate manager and had a history of financial struggles.
Motivation and Investigation Authorities have indicated that the attack was inspired by ISIS. An ISIS flag and explosive devices were found in the truck Jabbar used for the attack. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism and believes that Jabbar may not have acted alone. They are currently searching for potential accomplices.
Public Reaction The attack has shocked the New Orleans community and raised concerns about public safety. Mayor LaToya Cantrell described the incident as a “terrorist attack,” and the FBI is working to determine any connections Jabbar may have had with terrorist organizations.
