The New Orleans Police Department has released dramatic body cam footage that captures the chaotic moments during a shootout with an attacker who caused a tragic incident on New Year’s Day. The video shows Army veteran Shamsud-Din Jabbar crashing his rented white pickup truck into a crowded Bourbon Street, resulting in 14 fatalities and numerous injuries (The Hill).

The footage, taken from Officer Luis Robles’ body camera, illustrates the tense moments following Jabbar’s crash as he opened fire on police who responded to the scene. In the video, officers can be heard shouting “get your hands up” just moments before gunfire erupts. Jabbar fires at the officers before they return fire, ultimately leading to his death at the scene (BBC).

According to investigations by the FBI, Jabbar acted alone in this premeditated attack, which was further underscored by the discovery of an Islamic State (IS) group flag in his vehicle. Jabbar allegedly recorded his previous visit to New Orleans using Meta glasses, raising questions about his motives and preparations for the assault (The Hill).

The incident, which occurred shortly after 3:15 a.m., has drawn widespread attention, as it not only caused significant loss of life but also injured police officers responding to the threat. Two officers were reported injured during the exchange (BBC).

This release serves as a critical piece of evidence as authorities continue to investigate the details surrounding this devastating event. Community leaders and law enforcement agencies have expressed their condolences to the victims and their families while emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures in high-traffic areas.