IBERIA PARISH, La. (KLFY) — At least 13 people were injured during a Saturday parade in Louisiana, where police say a vehicle drove into a crowd, hitting several parade participants.
The incident happened in Iberia Parish, located about 20 miles southeast of Lafayette, at the Louisiana Lao New Year Festival. Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office says that while the driver is in custody, it doesn’t appear this was an intentional act.
Eleven victims were taken to the hospital by ambulance while two were taken by air, according to Acadian Ambulance. Some of the victims were said to have serious injuries.
Organizers of the festival, which happens around Easter each year, released a statement saying in part: “We are profoundly saddened by the news of the incident near the festival grounds… We are praying for the victims and for their families during this difficult time.”
Meanwhile, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry offered his condolences, saying he and his wife, Sharon, were “praying for all those affected,” in addition to thanking first responders.
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