Pope Francis expressed his ‘spiritual closeness’ to those affected by the recent terrorist attack, in a message sent to Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans.
The assailant was subsequently killed in a gunfight with police. Yet, authorities have said that they believe multiple people were involved in the attack.
According to the FBI, an Islamic State flag was found in the truck, and U.S. President Joe Biden has said that the attack was inspired by ISIS.
Also, on the same day, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded in flames outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas, killing the driver and injuring seven others.
Officials said that the FBI was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism. Authorities are investigating into whether the two attacks are linked.
The assailant was subsequently killed in a gunfight with police. Yet, authorities have said that they believe multiple people were involved in the attack.
According to the FBI, an Islamic State flag was found in the truck, and U.S. President Joe Biden has said that the attack was inspired by ISIS.
Also, on the same day, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded in flames outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas, killing the driver and injuring seven others.
Officials said that the FBI was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism. Authorities are investigating into whether the two attacks are linked.
Archbishop Gregory Aymond issued the following statement on the truck attack:
"Our prayers go out to those killed and injured in this morning’s horrific attack on Bourbon Street. This violent act is a sign of utter disrespect for human life. I join with others in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans in offering prayerful support to the victims’ families. I give thanks for the heroic duty of hundreds of law enforcement and medical personnel in the face of such evil."
Pope Francis has said he is “deeply saddened” to learn of the “loss of life and injury" caused by a recent terrorist attack in the US city of New Orleans.
The Pope assured the entire city of his “spiritual closeness," and commended the victims to “the loving mercy of Almighty God.”
The message, signed by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, added that the Pope is praying for those affected, and that, “as a pledge of peace and strength in the Lord, the Holy Father sends his blessing".
Officials said that the FBI was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism. Authorities are also looking into whether the two attacks are linked.
"Our prayers go out to those killed and injured in this morning’s horrific attack on Bourbon Street. This violent act is a sign of utter disrespect for human life. I join with others in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans in offering prayerful support to the victims’ families. I give thanks for the heroic duty of hundreds of law enforcement and medical personnel in the face of such evil."
Pope Francis has said he is “deeply saddened” to learn of the “loss of life and injury" caused by a recent terrorist attack in the US city of New Orleans.
The Pope assured the entire city of his “spiritual closeness," and commended the victims to “the loving mercy of Almighty God.”
The message, signed by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, added that the Pope is praying for those affected, and that, “as a pledge of peace and strength in the Lord, the Holy Father sends his blessing".
Officials said that the FBI was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism. Authorities are also looking into whether the two attacks are linked.
Sources: https://nolacatholic.org/news/a-statement-from-archbishop-aymond-on-this-mornings-truck-attack
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