Chaos unfolded as two horrifying attacks struck Las Vegas and New Orleans on New Year’s Day, leaving scores dead and injured. A Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, killing its driver, Army veteran Matthew Livelsberger, and injuring seven others. Hours earlier, in New Orleans, another suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, drove a truck into a crowd, killing 14 and wounding dozens.
Investigators discovered both vehicles were rented through Turo, a car-sharing platform, raising concerns over potential security loopholes. While the suspects served at the same military base, authorities have yet to confirm direct links between them.
The Las Vegas attack involved fireworks, gas tanks, and a detonation system, creating a fiery scene that shattered the hotel’s entrance. Meanwhile, Jabbar’s rampage through Bourbon Street ended in a police shootout, with an ISIS flag found on his truck. Authorities suspect coordinated planning, as pipe bombs and remote detonation systems were also recovered.
Turo issued a statement expressing condolences and cooperation with law enforcement. They emphasized their robust background checks, stating neither suspect had prior criminal records.
As investigations continue, these tragic events highlight the evolving nature of domestic threats and the need for heightened vigilance.
