Suspect Dead After Plowing Truck Into New Orleans Crowd

The scene after a vehicle drove into a crowd on New Orleans' Canal and Bourbon Street, Wednesday Jan. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Authorities have confirmed that the suspect who drove a pickup truck into a large crowd in New Orleans, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people and injuries to 30 others, is deceased.

The suspect was killed following an exchange of gunfire with police. It remains unclear whether the suspect was struck by an officer's bullet or if he took his own life. During the confrontation, two police officers were also shot.

Suspect is deceased after exchange of gunfire with police.

Pickup truck drove into crowd in New Orleans, resulting in deaths and injuries.

Unclear if suspect was struck by officer's bullet or took own life.

President Biden has been briefed on the tragic incident that occurred on Bourbon Street. The White House has issued a statement expressing condolences and offering support to New Orleans Mayor Cantrell. The FBI is actively assisting local law enforcement in the investigation, although they have not confirmed whether the incident is being treated as a terrorist event.

This devastating event has shaken the community of New Orleans and raised concerns about public safety. As details continue to emerge, authorities are working diligently to piece together the sequence of events that led to this senseless act of violence.