New Orleans

Law enforcement officials have preliminary identified Shamsud Din Jabbar, 42, as the suspect in a deadly incident on Bourbon Street, according to four senior law enforcement officials familiar with the investigation. The attack occurred around 3:15 a.m. when a pickup truck was driven into crowds celebrating New Year's, authorities reported. New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick confirmed that ten people lost their lives and at least 35 others sustained injuries. Din Jabbar, who authorities confirmed is deceased, is being investigated by federal officials and local law enforcement. Investigators are exploring whether the suspect used a long-gun rifle to fire into the crowd during the vehicle incident, according to three senior law enforcement officials briefed on the case. Law enforcement teams are currently working to uncover more details about Din Jabbar's background and potential travel history. Representative Steve Scalise, R-La., […]