Crime
Nicky Jones, Survivor of New Orleans Bourbon Street Terror Attack Seeks Support for Life-Saving Surgery
Nicky Jones, a victim of the recent terror attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, has been identified as one of the survivors grappling with severe injuries sustained during the devastating incident.
According to a GoFundMe campaign launched by her sister, Neil, Jones suffered catastrophic injuries when struck by a vehicle during the attack.
โMy sister Nicky Jones was tragically caught up in the devastating incident in New Orleans,โ Neil shared. โShe was struck by a vehicle, which has crushed her hips. She is one of the lucky ones who survived, and my heart goes out to all the victims.โ
Jonesโ injuries are life-altering, and doctors have determined that the only path to mobility is a complete hip replacement surgery, estimated to cost approximately $40,000.
โDoctors have said the only option for her to be able to walk again is a complete hip replacement,โ Neil explained.
Despite pooling resources from friends and family, Jones’ loved ones have managed to gather just $5,000โa fraction of the amount required.
Jones, who worked as a carpenter, is also a devoted mother of two young children, including a newborn. Her sister emphasized the emotional and financial strain her injuries have placed on her family.
โNicky has recently become a mom again, so she has two beautiful children. We are doing everything we can, but we need help to ensure she can get the care she needs and return to her family.โ
Neil humbly appealed to the community for assistance, acknowledging her inexperience with such efforts but emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
โThis sort of stuff is new to me, so please forgive me if Iโve gone about this the wrong way,โ she wrote. โAnyone who can help would be absolutely amazing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims from yesterday.โ
Supporters can help fund Jonesโ surgery and recovery through the GoFundMe campaign.
This heartbreaking incident has left survivors like Jones with immense physical and emotional challenges. Any contribution can make a significant difference in helping her regain mobility and rebuild her life.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.