Sugar Bowl Postponed After Deadly Bourbon Street Terror Attack [WATCH]

The highly anticipated Sugar Bowl matchup between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Georgia Bulldogs has been postponed until Thursday following a horrifying terror attack in New Orleans’ French Quarter.

The shocking events unfolded early Wednesday morning, shattering the festive spirit of New Year’s celebrations on Bourbon Street, as reported by Breitbart.

At approximately 3:15 a.m. EST, a truck plowed through a crowd of revelers, killing and injuring dozens. The suspect, identified as Shamsud Din Jabbar, then exited the vehicle and opened fire on police officers, injuring two.

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Law enforcement neutralized Din Jabbar, although it remains unclear whether he died from a self-inflicted wound or from police gunfire.

The Sugar Bowl Committee addressed the tragedy in a heartfelt statement. “The Sugar Bowl Committee is devastated by the terrible events from early this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families,” said CEO Jeff Hundley. He assured the public that discussions with local, state, and federal authorities are ongoing and that updates would follow.

Statement from the Sugar Bowl Committee pic.twitter.com/OmatGg9h4y

— Allstate Sugar Bowl (@SugarBowlNola) January 1, 2025

Notre Dame and the University of Georgia, the teams slated to face off in the bowl game, released statements expressing their sorrow and solidarity with the victims.

Notre Dame called for unity through faith, saying, “We ask our fans to join us in prayer for those injured and lost in this senseless act of violence. Those staying at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel are welcome to join us for the previously scheduled Mass there at 11 a.m. Otherwise, we ask that you join us in prayer from wherever you are.”

We ask our fans to join us in prayer for those injured and lost in this senseless act of violence. Those staying at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel are welcome to join us for the previously scheduled Mass there at 11 a.m. Otherwise, we ask that you join us in prayer from… https://t.co/bwUyyX3tnd

— University of Notre Dame (@NotreDame) January 1, 2025

Georgia also issued a statement, highlighting their concern for their community members. “We are deeply saddened by the senseless violence that occurred in New Orleans,” they wrote on X. “All team personnel and members of the official team travel party have been accounted for. Our prayers are with all those who traveled here for the Sugar Bowl and entire New Orleans community.”

Statement from UGA Athletic Association:

“We are deeply saddened by the senseless violence that occurred in New Orleans. All team personnel and members of the official team travel party have been accounted for. Currently, we are in contact with local law enforcement as well as…

— Georgia Bulldogs (@UGAAthletics) January 1, 2025

New Orleans, known for its vibrant culture and resilience, finds itself grappling with the aftermath of yet another senseless act of violence. While the Sugar Bowl delay ensures the safety of players, fans, and staff, the city must come together to heal and support those affected by this tragedy.

BREAKING: The Sugar Bowl has been postponed following the deadly attack in New Orleans, where investigators are still combing the crime scene and working to secure the French Quarter.

ESPN’s Laura Rutledge has the latest on the game which was set to kickoff tonight. pic.twitter.com/lzE9gn4pxW

— ABC News Live (@ABCNewsLive) January 1, 2025

The Sugar Bowl, a historic and cherished event, will resume on Thursday, but the shadow of this devastating attack will linger. For now, the focus remains on the victims, their families, and the brave first responders who risked everything to protect others.