Deadly Truck Attack in New Orleans Leaves 10 Dead, 30 Injured on New Year’s Eve

High-Speed Collision and Shooting Incident

A tragic incident unfolded in New Orleans’ French Quarter early Wednesday when a truck drove into a crowd at Canal and Bourbon Streets, killing at least 10 people and injuring over 30. Eyewitnesses reported the truck plowed through a barricade at high speed. After the collision, the driver reportedly exited the vehicle and began firing a weapon, prompting police to return fire.

Emergency Response and Casualties

The injured were taken to at least five different hospitals, according to NOLA Ready, the city’s emergency preparedness department. Authorities are still assessing the full scope of the damage and the number of casualties.

Official Statements

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry condemned the attack, calling it a “horrific act of violence” and urging the public to stay away from the affected area. The New Orleans Police Department confirmed fatalities but has not yet provided further details.

Context of the Incident

The attack occurred during New Year’s Eve celebrations, a time when the French Quarter is traditionally crowded. A couple who witnessed the event described hearing crashing noises before seeing the truck drive through the barricade “at a high rate of speed.”

History of Similar Incidents

New Orleans has faced similar tragedies in the past. In November 2024, two shootings along a parade route killed two and injured 10 others. In February 2017, a pickup truck driven by an intoxicated man crashed into a Mardi Gras crowd, injuring over 20 people.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident, with further updates expected.