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New Orleans Attack Highlights Vulnerabilities in Security During Bollard Replacement

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New Orleans Attack Highlights Vulnerabilities in Security During Bollard Replacement

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  • A **Texas man** attacked pedestrians in New Orleans on **New Year’s Day**, driving onto a sidewalk and bypassing police barriers.
  • Security **bollards** meant to protect against vehicle attacks were absent as they were undergoing **replacement** for the upcoming Super Bowl.
  • Officials indicated that current measures included parked police cars and officers, but these were insufficient to stop the assailant.
  • **Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick** acknowledged that while a security plan was in place, it was **overcome** by the attacker's actions.
  • The incident resulted in the deaths of at least **10 people** and injuries to about **35 others** during the celebrations.

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