A mass casualty event occurred in New Orleans on New Year's Eve when a driver plowed a truck into a crowd, killing 15 and injuring dozens more. The perpetrator, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was fatally shot by police after exiting the vehicle and firing an assault rifle. Improvised explosive devices were found in the truck, leading to a federal terrorism investigation. The incident has prompted renewed discussions about domestic terrorism, gun control, and public safety. New Orleans is mourning the victims while grappling with the aftermath and planning increased security measures.
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