New Orleans Truck Attack Claims Lives Of 14 Victims

Jessica Perez, holding flowers left, hugs her mother Martha Perez who cries out by a cross memorializing her daughter, Nicole Perez, who was a victim on the New Year's Day attack, on Canal Street near

A devastating incident unfolded in New Orleans during the New Year's celebrations, resulting in the loss of 14 innocent lives. The victims, ranging from 18 to 63 years old, hailed from various states in the U.S. and Great Britain.

The tragic event occurred when a white pickup truck careened down Bourbon Street, striking numerous holiday revelers. The victims succumbed to blunt force injuries, as confirmed by the coroner's office.