Months prior to the attack, **Shamud-Din Jabbar meticulously planned** the violence with two visits to New Orleans.
Using **Meta glasses**, he conducted discreet surveillance of busy locations like Bourbon Street.
On New Year’s Day, Jabbar placed two **improvised explosive devices** (IEDs) near Bourbon Street, which were later deactivated by authorities.
Despite a detailed timeline, it's still unclear why Jabbar chose **New Orleans** and whether he had local assistance.
The attack prompted the city's swift resilience, with **Bourbon Street reopening** shortly after, and ongoing investigations aim to prevent future threats.
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