FBI Declares No Connection Between New Year's Attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas

Investing.com -- The FBI has stated that there is no connection between the deadly attacks that occurred on New Year's in New Orleans and Las Vegas. FBI Assistant Director Christopher Raia made this announcement during a press conference on Thursday.

During the New Year's celebrations in New Orleans, a truck crashed into a crowded street in the French Quarter, resulting in the deaths of over a dozen people and injuries to more than 30 others. The suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was killed at the scene following a confrontation with law enforcement. Authorities discovered homemade explosives and an ISIS flag in the vehicle, raising concerns about terrorism.

However, Raia confirmed on Thursday that officials are certain there were no accomplices in the New Orleans attack.

In a separate incident in Las Vegas, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded in front of the Trump Las Vegas hotel a few hours later. This incident resulted in the death of the driver and injuries to seven others. According to the military's statement, the driver was identified as Staff Sergeant Matthew Alan Livelsberger, who was serving in the U.S. Army Special Forces on active duty leave.

This article was created with the support of artificial intelligence, translated, and reviewed by an editor. For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.