New Orleans Attack Linked to Islamic State Ideology

Authorities investigate the motives of a U.S.-born attacker who killed multiple people on New Year's Eve, citing inspiration from ISIS.

Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and Texas native, drove into crowds on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing and injuring multiple people on New Year's Eve.
Jabbar, a military veteran who converted to Islam years ago, reportedly swore allegiance to ISIS in videos posted online before the attack.
The attacker displayed an ISIS flag on his vehicle, though investigators have found no evidence of direct contact with the terrorist group.
Jabbar faced personal struggles, including financial debt, two failed marriages, and allegations of domestic violence, which may have contributed to his actions.
The attack has reignited concerns over domestic radicalization and the influence of extremist ideologies in the United States.