Legal Action Initiated by Louisiana Law Firm Regarding Bourbon Street Tragedy
New Orleans Police Association Urges Caution Amidst Upcoming Lawsuit
A statement from the Police Association of New Orleans (PANO) has been issued in response to the upcoming lawsuit against the City of New Orleans and the New Orleans Police Department regarding the tragic terrorist attack on Bourbon Street on New Year's Day.
According to the statement, PANO acknowledges the need for explanation in the aftermath of the incident. The association asserts that due diligence will deliver all the facts and information needed to determine the best path forward.
The lawsuit, which is expected to be filed on January 8, claims that the negligence of the New Orleans Police Department and the City of New Orleans resulted in the loss of 14 innocent lives and injuries to dozens more. Louisiana law firm Maples & Connick, LLC represents one of the survivors and is committed to securing full compensation for their client.
However, it's important to note that there are no public records or reports on such a lawsuit or negligence claims by Maples & Connick, LLC related to this incident. PANO believes that fairness dictates that all details and information be confirmed before responsibilities are assigned.
The association also cautions against immediate calls for the resignation of Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick. PANO emphasizes the need for thorough investigation and confirmation of all details before making judgments. The association advises against knee-jerk reactions and urges due diligence to ensure all facts are processed before conclusions are drawn.
The attack, orchestrated by U.S. Army veteran Shamsud-Din Jabbar, is alleged to have been both foreseeable and preventable. Jabbar used a pick-up truck to mow down pedestrians on a walking street.
Bourbon Street has bollards at its entrances, designed to deter vehicles, but they were not raised on January 1. Some officials have suggested that the bollards could not be raised due to accumulations of Mardi Gras beads and other debris.
As the investigation continues, the city and the police department will have to address these concerns and ensure the safety of its citizens. The survivors of the attack will bear emotional and physical scars for the rest of their lives. The lawsuit seeks compensation and accountability.
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- Amid the ongoing lawsuit against the City of New Orleans and the New Orleans Police Department, discussions around war-and-conflicts, crime-and-justice, and policy-and-legislation are gaining traction, as the dispute centers around the negligence claims in the aftermath of the tragic terrorist attack on Bourbon Street.
- As the investigation into the car-accident incurred by the attack unfolds, general-news sources report that the City will have to review its policies and legislations to ensure the safety of its citizens, specifically regarding bollards and street security.
- Politics and fairness are at the forefront as PANO cautions against immediate calls for the resignation of Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, urging for due diligence and thorough investigation before making judgments that could lead to major changes in the city's leadership.
