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Terror in New Orleans: Police hunt for clues about how ISIS-inspired suspect could plow into crowd killing 10 (www.independent.co.uk)
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At least 35 injured as a driver – identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a US citizen – plowed his truck into a crowd celebrating New Year before firing a weapon. The FBI is now investigating the mass casualty event as an act of terrorism.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 3 months ago (1 children)

The initial reporters wouldn't have much information to go on. It's not at all odd to keep a somewhat reserved opinion until further evidence is revealed.

I'd say finding an ISIS flag in the truck is a reasonable way to elevate suspicion to potential terrorism. Especially with other similar events occurring within a few hours of each other.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 months ago

any intentional act meant to kill as many civilians as possible is terrorism in my book. i recognize there’s no universally accepted definition, but this more strict “wait to see” strategy i have seen more often just function to let conservative white male terrorists get off the hook with the label “shooter” despite their obvious political motives.