Bourbon Street terrorist researched Germany Christmas market attack, Mardi Gras before deadly rampage: FBI

The FBI has recently disclosed a fresh image of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the individual responsible for the New Orleans terrorist attack. Alongside the image, new insights into his online activities have been brought to light as part of the ongoing investigation into the New Year’s incident.

According to a statement from the FBI, analysis of the terrorist’s internet search history revealed that he had been exploring topics such as access to balconies on Bourbon Street, details about Mardi Gras, and past shootings in the city, with the most recent searches conducted as of mid-November.

Investigators also revealed that Jabbar researched the Christmas market ramming attack in Germany just hours before the attack on Bourbon Street.

On Nov. 10, officials said, Jabbar took a train from Houston, Texas to New Orleans and returned to Texas that evening on a bus. 

Jabbar on surveillance before the New Orleans attack

A photo of Shamsud-Din Jabbar captured by surveillance cameras just an hour prior to his reckless drive down Bourbon Street in New Orleans on the early morning of January 1, 2025. (Federal Bureau of Investigation via AP)

Officials said a total of 136 victims have been identified, including two businesses that suffered damage. 

Jabbar killed 14 civilians when he rammed a rented Ford F-150 truck through a New Year’s crowd celebrating on Bourbon Street around 3:15 a.m. on Jan. 1. He then began shooting at police, who returned fire, killing the attacker.

“The FBI, along with our partners, continue to work around the clock to determine what motivated Shamsud-Din Jabbar to drive his truck into a crowd of people on Bourbon Street. Thanks to the overwhelming response from the public, the FBI is closer to getting answers for those families who lost loved ones and the other victims of the New Year’s Day attack,” FBI officials said in a statement. 

As the investigation continues, the FBI is urging anyone with information or video of the incident to reach out to www.fbi.gov/bourbonstreetattack or call 1-800-CALL-FBI. 

Fox News’ Audrey Conklin and Patrick McGovern contributed to this report. 

You May Also Like
Beyonce mercilessly mocked as tickets for 'flop' Cowboy Carter tour reach same price as a McDonald's meal

Beyonce ridiculed as ticket prices for failed Cowboy Carter tour drop to cost of a meal at McDonald’s.

Beyonce has been ridiculed by music fans after tickets for her struggling…
New FBI Chicago Field Office Special Agent in Charge Doug DePodesta says he returned home to help keep city safe | ABC7 EXCLUSIVE

Exclusive: New Head of FBI Chicago Office, Doug DePodesta, Returns Home to Ensure City’s Safety

CHICAGO (WLS) — There’s a new special agent in charge of the…
Paris Hilton, California Republicans Announce 2 New Bills Geared to Protect Kids

Paris Hilton and California Republicans Unveil Two New Bills Aimed at Safeguarding Children

In a recent update on X, the socialite and reality TV personality…
Karoline Leavitt peppered with hardball questions from young journalists

Karoline Leavitt faced tough questions from emerging reporters

During a celebratory weekend for the media, White House Press Secretary Karoline…
Arbor Day 2025: Morton Arboretum helps students plant trees at Ted Lenart Regional Gifted Center in West Chatham, Chicago

Morton Arboretum supports tree planting with students at Ted Lenart Regional Gifted Center in West Chatham, Chicago for Arbor Day 2025

CHICAGO (WLS) — Some students in the city’s West Chatham neighborhood rolled…
Indian officials say troops exchanged fire with Pakistani soldiers in disputed Kashmir

Indian authorities report that there was gunfire between Indian and Pakistani soldiers in the contested region of Kashmir

Indian and Pakistani soldiers recently engaged in a brief exchange of fire…
RHOBH star Dorit Kemsley files for divorce from estranged husband PK after his clinch with Ryan Seacrest's ex

Dorit Kemsley, a cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, starts divorce proceedings from her separated spouse PK following his interaction with the former partner of Ryan Seacrest.

The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills star Dorit Kemsley has finally filed…
Highland Park parade shooting: Robert Crimo III transferred to Stateville prison to serve life sentence for killing 7, injuring 48

Robert Crimo III moved to Stateville prison for lifelong sentence after Highland Park parade shooting kills 7 and wounds 48

WAUKEGAN, Ill. (WLS) — The Highland Park parade shooter will now begin…
Pope Francis' funeral schedule, what to expect from the Novendiali, a 9-day period of prayer, mourning

“Pope Francis’ Funeral Schedule: A Guide to the Novendiali Period of Prayer and Mourning”

Pope Francis’ funeral is scheduled for Saturday at 10:00 a.m. in local…
Bain, member of K-pop group Just B, comes out as gay on final stop of band's world tour

Bain from the K-pop group Just B reveals he is gay at the last show of the band’s global tour

Bain, a 23-year-old member of the K-pop boy band Just B, came…
Democrat-run Los Angeles failing wildfire victims’ rebuilding plans months after Trump visit: GOP rep

GOP Representative says Los Angeles, managed by Democrats, is struggling to help victims rebuild after wildfires despite Trump’s visit earlier this year.

Months after the devastating wildfires caused widespread destruction in Southern California, thousands…
NFL Draft 2025: Chicago Bears set to pick in rounds 2, 3 after selecting Michigan TE Colston Loveland in 1st round

Chicago Bears Will Select in Rounds 2 and 3 of NFL Draft 2025 After Picking Michigan TE Colston Loveland in the 1st Round

CHICAGO (WLS) — The Chicago Bears will be back on the clock…