New Orleans Terror Attack: FBI Details Suspect's Planning and Radicalization

Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a U.S. Army veteran, killed 14 people in a New Year's Day truck attack, with investigators uncovering ties to ISIS and a history of meticulous preparation.

• The FBI confirmed that Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Texas resident, carried out the attack on Bourbon Street, killing 14 and injuring over 30 before being fatally shot by police.
• Jabbar used Meta smart glasses to record reconnaissance footage during two prior visits to New Orleans in October and November 2024, planning his attack on the French Quarter.
• Authorities found an ISIS flag on Jabbar's truck and social media posts where he pledged allegiance to the group, though no direct foreign ties have been established so far.
• Jabbar's plan included placing improvised explosive devices in coolers on Bourbon Street, but his lack of technical expertise prevented the bombs from detonating.
• President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will visit New Orleans on Monday to meet with victims' families as the FBI continues its investigation into Jabbar's background and motives.

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