New Orleans Police Engage in Fatal Shootout with Terrorist Suspect Following New Year's Day Attack
Body camera footage reveals the tense moments during a shootout between New Orleans police and Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who killed 14 people during a terrorist attack.
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In the early hours of New Year's Day, Shamsud-Din Jabbar drove his truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 14. Bodycam footage shows the subsequent police shootout, where Jabbar fired at officers before being killed. The FBI is investigating potential ties to foreign terrorist groups. New Orleans officials praised the police response, deeming the officers heroes for acting within policy during the incident. Further investigations and footage releases are expected as the case unfolds.
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The police acted within their policy and were justified in returning fire against Jabbar, portraying him as a terrorist inspired by ISIS.
The incident reveals the challenges faced by law enforcement during chaotic and dangerous situations, highlighting their need for support and proper training.
There is an investigation by the FBI into the incident, emphasizing the seriousness of the attack and its implications for public safety.
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Jabbar fired the first shots at the police, indicating that the officers were responding to an immediate threat, reinforcing the idea that they acted heroically.
Officers Kirkpatrick emphasized the importance of proper training and rapid decision-making in high-stress situations, suggesting that the police were well-prepared for the confrontation.
The focus on Jabbar as a terrorist underscores the ongoing threat of extremism, and the officers’ decisive actions are portrayed as necessary for public safety.
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New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said at a news conference: "They killed the terrorist...They are national heroes."
Bodycam footage shows Shamsud-Din Jabbar fired at police first
Newsweek
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They killed the terrorist. They are national heroes.
New Orleans police release body camera footage of shootout with Bourbon Street terrorist
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Jabbar, who authorities believe acted alone, was a U.S. citizen and former U.S. Army soldier who officials say was inspired by the Islamic State militant group to carry out the attack.
Officer Body Camera Captures Deadly Shootout With New Orleans Terror Suspect
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New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said during a press conference that the officers "killed the terrorist. ... They are national heroes."
Bodycam Shows New Orleans Attacker Fired on Officers
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