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At Least 10 Feared Dead as Vehicle Plows into New Year's Crowd; Driver Shot by Police

Jan 1, 2025, 11:20 AM

A vehicle has plowed into a crowd of people on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans during New Year's celebrations, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The incident occurred around 3:15 a.m. when a pickup truck drove into pedestrians on the famous street. According to eyewitnesses and local media reports, after the crash, the driver exited the vehicle and reportedly opened fire, prompting police to return fire. The New Orleans Police Department has not yet confirmed the exact number of casualties, but some reports indicate that fatalities may be in the double digits, with at least 10 people killed and dozens injured. The driver was reportedly shot by police. The investigation is ongoing as emergency services respond to the scene.