Vehicle Hits Crowd at Louisiana Lao New Year Parade Injuring 15
During the Louisiana Lao New Year Festival parade in New Iberia, Louisiana, a vehicle struck a crowd of attendees, injuring 15 people, some critically. Emergency services responded promptly, and the driver was taken into custody by local authorities. The incident caused immediate concern among festival organizers and participants.
Following the collision, authorities launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the event. The driver faced charges including impaired driving. As a result of the incident, some scheduled performances at the festival were canceled, and local officials, including the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office and Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, addressed the situation publicly.
Actors
Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office
Acadian Ambulance
Louisiana Lao New Year Festival organizers
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry
Locations
Lanxang Village
