Drew Dauphin, a 2023 graduate of Auburn University, was killed in the New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans on Wednesday.
At least 15 people were killed and more were injured after Shamsud-Din Jabbar drove a pickup truck into the crowded French Quarter area and then opened fire.
Jabbar was shot and killed by cops shortly after carrying out the attack. Local and federal authorities are still investigating the attack.
Auburn University president Christopher Roberts said in a statement on Thursday, “On behalf of Auburn University, I send my sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of 2023 graduate Drew Dauphin who was taken from us in the New Orleans terror attack.”
“Words cannot convey the sorrow the Auburn Family feels for Drew’s family and friends during this unimaginably difficult time. Our thoughts are with the Dauphin family,” he added.
Dauphin was also a 2016 graduate of Alabama Christian Academy. A school spokesperson said on Thursday, "Drew is remembered as a friend, leader, and key part of ACA’s baseball and football programs."
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