The suspect who plowed his car into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans has died, the FBI announced hours after the Wednesday morning attack.
New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell said 10 people were killed and about 30 injured in the attack early in the new year.
“This morning, an individual drove his car into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing numerous people and injuring dozens more,” the FBI said in a statement. said In a statement. “The subject subsequently engaged local law enforcement and is now deceased.”
Initial reports suggested the horrific incident was an act of terrorism. The FBI said it is investigating whether it is true.
“The FBI is the lead investigative agency and we are working with our partners to investigate this as an act of terrorism,” he added.
CNN reported Latest information on developments:
One of the officials told CNN that investigators believe the suspect emerged from the vehicle shooting and was likely killed by police during the gunfight.
Investigators are also looking into the possibility that the suspect had ties to Texas, the official said.
The FBI is sending resources to New Orleans, including an evidence team from Quantico, Virginia, which often occurs in major cases.
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