At least 10 killed in New Orleans after driver ‘intentionally’ rams into crowd on Bourbon Street

Multiple Fatalities and Injuries in New Orleans Vehicle Attack

At least 10 people were killed and 30 injured early Wednesday morning when a driver intentionally rammed a pickup truck into a crowd celebrating New Year's Eve on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.

"This man was trying to run over as many people as he possibly could," said police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, describing the driver's actions as "very intentional." The driver also fired at police officers, injuring two who are currently in stable condition.

Law enforcement officials are investigating the possibility of improvised explosive devices at the scene. Video footage from CNN affiliate WDSU showed a law enforcement robot being used to examine the underside of the vehicle.

The attack occurred in the popular French Quarter just hours before the city was set to host The Sugar Bowl, an annual college football game attracting fans from across the nation, featuring the University of Georgia against Notre Dame.

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