University Of Alabama Student Killed In New Orleans Terrorist Attack

EDS NOTE: GRAPHIC CONTENT - Emergency personnel work the scene on Bourbon Street after a vehicle drove into a crowd on New Orleans' Canal and Bourbon Street, Wednesday Jan. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald H

A tragic incident occurred in New Orleans on Wednesday, resulting in the loss of at least 15 lives, including a student from the University of Alabama. The university confirmed the devastating news, expressing their condolences and sorrow for the victim, Kareem Badawi.

University President Stuart R. Bell took to Facebook to share the heartbreaking news, stating, 'I learned today that Kareem Badawi, one of our students at The University of Alabama, was killed in the terrorist attack in New Orleans. I grieve alongside family and friends of Kareem in their heartbreaking loss.'

University of Alabama confirms loss of student in terrorist attack.

15 lives lost in New Orleans tragedy, including student Kareem Badawi.

President Bell expresses condolences for victim Kareem Badawi.

Badawi, a former student of the Episcopal School of Baton Rouge, was remembered by his high school, which announced an evening prayer session to honor his memory. The school also mentioned another former student, Parker Vidrine, who was injured in the same tragic incident. Both Badawi and Vidrine had graduated from the high school in 2024.

The community is deeply saddened by the loss of these young individuals and the impact of the senseless violence that took place. The tragic event serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together in times of grief and mourning.