A night of New Year’s celebrations turned into tragedy early Wednesday when a vehicle hit a crowd on Bourbon Street, New Orleans, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others. The street, famous for its nightlife, was full of people enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Witnesses described the shocking moment when the vehicle drove into the crowd, creating scenes of panic. Emergency services arrived quickly, and police asked people to leave the area and avoid recording videos.
The crash comes as New Orleans prepares for the Sugar Bowl, an important college football game happening Wednesday evening. Thousands of fans are expected to attend the game between the University of Georgia and the University of Notre Dame, with the winner moving closer to the national championship.
Police have not yet shared details about the driver or why the crash happened. Investigations are ongoing, and the city is left in mourning after this devastating event.
