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At least 13 people injured after vehicle slams into Louisiana parade: sheriff's office

More than a dozen people hospitalized after a vehicle struck parade participants in New Iberia, Louisiana. The driver is in custody.

Published April 4, 2026, 9:53 PM
Updated April 4, 2026, 11:50 PM2.7K
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At least 13 people injured after vehicle slams into Louisiana parade: sheriff's office

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More than a dozen people have been taken to the hospital after a vehicle struck multiple parade participants celebrating the Lao New Year on Saturday in New Iberia, Louisiana.

The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office said the crash happened at a rural intersection and multiple people were injured.

Acadian Ambulance, a local ambulance service, reported it took 11 patients to the hospital by ambulance and two patients by medical helicopter.

The sheriff's office said some of the injuries are believed to be serious.

Tntersection of Savannakhet Street and Melancon Road

The crash happened at the intersection of Savannakhet Street and Melancon Road, according to officials. (Google Maps)

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Video shared on social media appeared to show multiple people on the ground, as firefighters attempted to rescue a person trapped underneath the vehicle in a ditch.

Ten ambulances and two helicopters responded to the scene, according to Acadian.

Deputies confirmed the driver, who has not yet been publicly identified, is in custody.

Police car lights flashing at night

Ten ambulances and two helicopters responded to the scene. (Stephen M. Katz/South Florida Sun-Sentinel/Tribune News Service)

Based on the preliminary investigation, officials said the wreck "does not appear to be an intentional act."

It is unclear what led to the incident.

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New Iberia is a small Cajun town located in southern Louisiana, about 30 minutes away from Lafayette.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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She has covered major national crises, including the L.A. wildfires, Potomac and Hudson River aviation disasters, Boulder terror attack, and Texas Hill Country floods.

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