Tragedy on Bourbon street: Lorry attack and shooting chaos
A New Year's Eve celebration in New Orleans ended tragically. A lorry ploughed into the crowd on the street with force. At least 10 people were killed, and 30 were injured. After the vehicle was stopped, the man behind the wheel started shooting. The police returned fire.
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The incident occurred early on Bourbon Street in the French Quarter of New Orleans.
A 22-year-old witness, Kevin, recounted seeing the lorry collide with pedestrians on the left side of the pavement, describing how a body was thrown in his direction.
Another individual, celebrating New Year's at a club on Bourbon Street, recalled the chaos that ensued: people screamed and rushed to the back as the club was shut down. When they were allowed to leave, police instructed them to exit the area quickly. The witness described seeing multiple bodies and numerous people receiving first aid.
CBS News, citing witnesses, reported that the police shot in the direction of the man when he got out of the lorry with a weapon in his hand.
Emergency services and police remain active at the scene, with approximately 50 ambulances and patrol cars. Authorities have ordered the evacuation of the entire area. A local television reporter described the atmosphere as filled with fear and tears.
