In the early hours of New Year’s Eve, tragedy struck when a devastating attack led to unimaginable loss and injury. Many lives were changed forever, and the community is still reeling from the effects.

At McEldrew Purtell, we stand with the victims of the New Year’s Eve attack. Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys is dedicated to seeking justice for those harmed by such catastrophic events.

Our legal experts specialize in complex personal injury cases, offering compassionate yet aggressive representation. We guide you through every step of the legal process, from initial consultation to securing the compensation you deserve.

McEldrew Purtell’s national crime victims practice has handled several recent high-profile cases in Louisiana and is investigating this avoidable tragedy where we expect to file our first claims shortly, please call our attorneys directly with any information.

At McEldrew Purtell, you are not alone. We are here to fight for your rights and ensure that justice is served.

What we know

Suspect accused of carrying out the attack has been identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar
Suspect a U.S. citizen and native to Texas
FBI said suspect killed after being shot by NOPD
Suspect was an Army Veteran who claimed to be a member of ISIS. He had an ISIS flag, an ice chest with pipe bombs, and a long-range rifle
FBI says Jabbar is the only suspect in the attack
Suspect linked to multiple crimes scenes, including Air BNB in New Orleans and several addresses in Texas
Suspect accused of setting fire at Airbnb before attack in effort to destroy evidence
Suspect used explosive compound never used in a terror attack in US or Europe before
FBI says investigation into Bourbon Street scene and Airbnb are complete
FBI still seeking tips from public on investigation