A vehicle crashed into a parade, causing injuries to 16 individuals in the United States.
Reports from local sources indicate that 16 people sustained injuries, including five in critical condition, following an incident where a car struck participants in a parade in New Iberia, Louisiana, as reported by WBRZ2.
Acadian Ambulance stated that ten ambulances and two air ambulances were sent to the site of the tragic occurrence.
The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Department is conducting an investigation after a vehicle drove into a crowd at a festival in New Iberia.
The incident took place during a parade near Captain Cade and Melancon Road in the town with a population of approximately 30,000 residents.
According to KPEL, the gathering was part of the Louisiana Lao New Year celebration in Iberia Parish.
Following the incident, two patients were airlifted, while eleven others were taken by ground transportation to nearby hospitals.
Footage and photos shared on social media depicted the chaotic aftermath, with emergency responders assisting shocked attendees at the event.
The Louisiana Lao New Year Festival is an annual cultural event held in Iberia Parish, celebrating Lao customs, cuisine, music, and community heritage over a three-day period that commenced on Friday.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain unclear, and authorities have not disclosed information regarding the driver or potential charges.
As emergency crews continue their work at the scene, the extent of injuries sustained by the victims and their conditions are still under assessment.
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