Crime
Shamsud-Din Jabbar served in US Army as an HR and IT specialist
The attack left 15 people dead and dozens injured. Jabbar was fatally shot by law enforcement after firing at responding officers.
New information has emerged regarding Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the devastating New Year’s attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Army confirmed Wednesday that Jabbar, 42, had a notable military history spanning 13 years, including active duty service and time in the Army Reserve.
Jabbar enlisted in the U.S. Army in March 2007 and served as both a human resources specialist and an information technology specialist. His active-duty service lasted until January 2015, during which he deployed to Afghanistan from February 2009 to January 2010.
Following his active-duty tenure, Jabbar transitioned to the Army Reserve, where he served until July 2020. He achieved the rank of staff sergeant before leaving military service.
Before joining the Army, Jabbar briefly enlisted in the U.S. Navy. A Navy spokesperson confirmed that he entered the Delayed Entry Program in August 2004 but was discharged from the program a month later.
The Delayed Entry Program allows recruits to sign up for military service while deferring their ship date to basic training. During this time, participants are considered part of the Navy’s inactive reserve.
Jabbar is accused of carrying out a horrific attack in New Orleans during New Year’s celebrations, driving a rented pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street and subsequently opening fire on police officers.
The attack left 15 people dead and dozens injured. Jabbar was fatally shot by law enforcement after firing at responding officers.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is leading the investigation into the attack, which has been classified as an act of terrorism. Authorities are examining Jabbar’s military background to determine if it may have played any role in the planning or execution of the attack.
This tragic event has prompted heightened security measures and an urgent review of potential warning signs in Jabbar’s personal and professional history. Investigators continue to follow leads, including Jabbar’s military service, to uncover motives and identify any potential accomplices.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Two Brothers and Their Sister Found Dead Inside Mount Holly Home After Postal Worker Discovers 911 Note
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the deaths of three individuals after a postal worker made a disturbing discovery at a Mount Holly residence on Friday, November 6.
Emergency responders were dispatched to a home on Winding Way after a mail carrier noticed a heavily taped, handwritten message on the front door instructing anyone who saw it to call 911.
The note reportedly contained drawings of two unhappy faces with crosses over their eyes alongside the text “9-1-1 Inside.”
Upon entering the residence, responding Mount Holly Police officers discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Preliminary reports indicate that officers encountered a significant amount of blood within the property, though official investigators have not yet publicly detailed the exact scene conditions.
While law enforcement has not formally released the victims’ names pending official identification and next-of-kin notifications, neighbors identified the deceased as three siblings in their 60s who had resided in the neighborhood for many years: Roslyn (or Rosalind) Monk, Randy Monk, and William “Will” Monk.
Community members described the residents as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the sudden tragedy in their neighborhood.
The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the Mount Holly Township Police Department, has launched a full investigation into the incident.
Autopsies are currently underway by medical examiners to determine the exact cause and manner of death for all three individuals.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether foul play or a homicide is suspected, and no information regarding potential suspects has been released.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the family, loved ones, and Mount Holly community affected by this devastating loss.