BREAKING: Deadly Attack on Bourbon Street Causes Sugar Bowl Postponement, Multiple Injuries Reported

At least 10 people were killed and dozens of others injured today after a man allegedly drove his truck into a crowd and fired an assault rifle in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The attack occurred early Wednesday morning on Bourbon Street, where the University of Georgia was hosting their team.

In response to the tragedy, the Sugar Bowl has been postponed to tonight at 4 p.m. ET, according to CEO Jeff Hundley. The game, which was originally set for a two-day rest advantage for Penn State and a week's preparation time for the Sugabowl winner, will now be held on Thursday.

The University of Georgia announced that one of its students was critically injured in the attack, receiving medical treatment upon arrival at a local hospital. UGA President Jere Morehead expressed his gratitude to first responders who helped those affected by the tragedy and apologized to the student's family.

New Orleans Police Department officials identified a 42-year-old man from Texas, later confirmed as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, in connection with the attack. The suspect was killed after allegedly shooting at police officers. FBI agents worked extensively to secure the crime scene and are investigating the attack as an act of terrorism. Explosive devices were also found at the site of the attack and at other locations throughout the French Quarter.

"This event has left our community shaken," said Hundley in a statement, assuring that public safety is now the top priority for organizers of events like the Sugar Bowl. The National Football League released a statement expressing support for the people affected by the tragedy.

Additionally, officials have confirmed that protective barricades were present on Bourbon Street but may not have been fully secure at the time of the attack due to recent maintenance work on the area around New Year's Eve and early January 1st.

Caesars Superdome, which hosts both the Sugar Bowl and will serve as the venue for next year's World Cup, will also host Super Bowl LIX on February 9.