New Orleans: Archbishop Shaw High School confirmed the death of 21-year-old alum Hubert Gauthreaux in Wednesday’s terror attack.
The school expressed deep sorrow, calling the incident a senseless act of violence in New Orleans’ French Quarter.
Hubert, a graduate of the Class of 2021, was remembered fondly in a heartfelt Facebook post by the institution.
The post urged prayers for Hubert’s soul, his family, and all others impacted by the devastating tragedy.
Family’s Search Ends in Heartbreaking News
City Council member Helena N. Moreno met with Gauthreaux’s family as they searched for him in New Orleans hospitals.
They were holding onto hope until they received tragic confirmation of Hubert’s passing later that day.
Moreno recounted the moment she shared the family’s anguish during their heartbreaking discovery.
“This tragedy hit home for the family who had hoped for better news,” Moreno said somberly.
Community in Mourning for a Promising Young Life
The Archbishop Shaw community pledged solidarity and prayers during this profoundly difficult time of grief.
Gauthreaux’s sudden death shocked classmates, teachers, and those who knew him as a bright and promising individual.
Residents across New Orleans are mourning the young lives lost in this senseless act of violence.
The school highlighted its commitment to supporting Gauthreaux’s family and those struggling with the loss.
Bourbon Street Tragedy Continues to Reverberate
Hubert Gauthreaux ’s death adds to the 14 victims who tragically lost their lives in Wednesday’s heinous attack.
Investigators are piecing together details about the attacker and the full extent of this heartbreaking tragedy.
New Orleans officials expressed their condolences to the victims’ families and promised comprehensive support.
As the city heals, this tragedy underscores the importance of solidarity and addressing such violent threats.