Leaders seek answers after Bourbon Street attack
The blame game has started with the Bourbon Street terrorist attack in New Orleans. Why it matters: Officials are seeking answers to how someone could plow a truck through the city's most famous street when millions have been spent to keep it safe.
Lawsuit filed on behalf of vicims in Bourbon Street terror attack
The suit, filed in Orleans Parish Civil District Court, was brought on behalf of victims Alexis Windham, Corian Evans, Jalen Lilly, Justin Brown, Shara Frison, Gregory Townsend and the family of Brandon Taylor.
Security experts say Bourbon Street attack shows technology can be used for good or evil
Readily available smart technology was used by the domestic terrorist who pulled off a deadly New Year’s Day attack in the French Quarter, according to the FBI. Security experts say it was an example of how some technological advances can present new challenges for law enforcement.
Bourbon Street attack survivor honored by Lafayette mayor: 'We are going to take care of you'
Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet on Tuesday made Bourbon Street attack survivor and best friend of victim Tiger Bech, an honorary Cajun.
New Orleans officials were warned in 2019 that Bourbon Street was vulnerable to car-ramming attack
New Orleans city leaders were warned in a 2019 confidential physical security assessment that Bourbon Street was vulnerable to a vehicle-ramming attack.
Victims of Bourbon Street terror attack file suit against city of New Orleans, contractors
Seven victims of the New Year’s Day terror attack on Bourbon Street have filed a lawsuit against the City of New Orleans, Hard Rock Construction, and Mott MacDonald, LLC, alleging negligence in security measures that could have prevented the tragedy.
Bourbon Street attack victims file lawsuit against city, contractors
Victims allege negligence by the City of New Orleans and its contractors in securing Bourbon Street ahead of the New Year’s Day attack.
Bourbon Street terror victims sue New Orleans as Louisiana AG investigates security lapses
At least two dozen New Orleans terrorist attack victims are filing lawsuits against the city and its police department, according to the law firms representing them.
How the New Orleans terror attacker avoided Bourbon Street security barriers
Axios Visuals The suspect in the New Year's Day attack that killed 14 people and injured dozens of others was able to drive down three blocks of Bourbon Street before crashing his rented F-150. Why it matters: The suspect's truck cruised around an NOPD SUV and through the locations of at least three sets of vehicle-resistant bollards — but they weren't in use that night,
New Orleans City Council launches investigation into Bourbon Street safety barriers
The New Orleans City Council has approved a resolution to investigate the procurement, design, and implementation of street barrier systems on Bourbon Street. The investigation aims to scrutinize the functionality and accountability of both the previously installed Heald HT2 Matador system and the newly acquired RCS8040 S10
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Tiger Bech saved a girl before dying in Bourbon Street attack: 'My brother is a true hero'
The Lafayette native is said to have pushed a woman out of the way before he was hit by a truck driven by Shamsud-Din Jabbar.
Victims of Bourbon Street terror attack file lawsuit against city of New Orleans, contractors
Plaintiffs argue that the timing of construction left vulnerable gaps in security, effectively creating a “soft target” that ...
Former Lafayette athlete killed in Bourbon Street terrorist attack seen on video saving girl, family says
According to his brother, Jack Bech, the FBI called their family to let them know Tiger pushed a girl out of the way of the suspect's truck before his death.
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FBI family support center to relocate, provide services to Bourbon Street attack victims
A Family Assistance Center supporting the victims of the New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street has relocated to the New ...
What Bourbon Street Stands For
Kareem Badawi, a University of Alabama freshman whose father posted online that he prayed to “Allah Almighty to shower his ...
On Bourbon Street, where booze flows like water, what do people think of alcohol warning?
We know this," said bartender Keithon Burnette, 39, waiting for customers outside Cafe Lafitte in Exile on Bourbon Street.
Victims of Bourbon Street attack in New Orleans include former Princeton football star, aspiring nurse, loving dad
At least 14 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
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Bourbon Street attack probes to kick off as criticism of French Quarter divisions revived
The question of who should be responsible for keeping the French Quarter safe has been a thorny one for decades.