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The Curtain of Courage Memorial honors the fourteen people who were taken from us by an act of terrorism on Dec. 2, 2015.
The Curtain of Courage Memorial honors the fourteen people who were taken from us by an act of terrorism on Dec. 2, 2015.

There is a way for residents of San Bernardino County who experienced the horror of a terrorist attack nine years ago to support the victims of the New Orleans terrorist attack that killed 14 people and injured at least 35.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and families affected by this horrific tragedy,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe. “As a community that experienced a terrorist attack on December 2, 2015, we sympathize with the people of New Orleans.”

On New Year’s morning, an individual who pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group drove a truck into crowds of people in the French Quarter of New Orleans after placing bombs at the scene. He then opened fire on police and was shot and killed.

On Dec. 2, 2015, two individuals who had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group opened fire on a gathering of San Bernardino County employees in San Bernardino after placing bombs at the scene. They opened fire on police and were shot and killed. Fourteen people, including 13 county employees were killed and more than 20 were wounded.

The world came together to support the victims of the San Bernardino attack, and the world is coming together again to support the victims of the New Orleans attack.

Those who wish to contribute to the United for New Orleans Relief Fund can visit the United Way of Southeast Louisiana’s website. Donations will help cover funeral costs, medical expenses, crisis counseling and more. All proceeds will go directly to those impacted.


Additional County Update News – Jan. 9, 2025