The victims of the New Orleans attack on New Year's Day have been identified by their families, including former Princeton football player Martin 'Tiger' Bech and aspiring nurse Nikyra Cheyenne Dedeaux.
Fifteen people were killed and at least 35 injured after a man who apparently was inspired by the Islamic State group drove into a large crowd in New Orleans , Louisiana.The incident took place at around 3:15 a.m. on Bourbon Street , on New Year's Day, authorities have said.The suspect behind the attack drove into a crowd of revellers before exiting his car and opening fire.He was identified as 42-year-old Shamsud Din Jabbar, a US citizen from Texas and a US army veteran.
The victims include a prominent American college football player, a mother of a four-year-old child and a young aspiring nurse. Martin 'Tiger' Bech The death of former football player Martin 'Tiger' Bech from Princeton University was confirmed in a statement by the university. Princeton football coach Bob Surace said: 'There was no more appropriate nickname of a Princeton player I coached.'He was a 'Tiger' in every way - a ferocious competitor with endless energy, a beloved teammate and a caring friend.'Martin Bech's brother, Jack Bech, posted a tribute on X alongside a news article reporting his death.'Love you always brother!' he wrote. Read More: Donald Trump slams New Orleans attack as 'act of pure evil' after car drives into New Year's crowdRead More: New Orleans attack ‘could be linked’ to Cybertruck explosion - as police probe military connection'You inspired me everyday now you get to be with me in every moment. I got this family T, don't worry. This is for us.'Mr Bech was a member of the 2016 and 2018 Ivy League Championship teams. Nikyra Cheyenne DedeauxThe death of aspiring nurse Nikyra Cheyenne Dedeau, 18, was confirmed by her mother Melissa Dedeaux on social medi
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