Louisiana Parade Horror A car rushes into the crowd, 15 injured
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A Louisiana festival turned into a scary situation when a driver crashed into the crowd during a Laotian New Year parade, leaving at least 15 people injured.
Chaos unfolded Saturday afternoon in New Iberia, where cops said a vehicle struck several pedestrians near the parade route. Video taken after the crash shows people on the ground, while others rush to help the injured.
Witnesses describe a horrific scene… one attendee said the driver first appeared to take a step forward, revving his engine as if joining in the celebration before suddenly darting into the crowd.
Authorities say several victims were seriously injured. At least 13 people were taken to hospital and two had to be flown to receive emergency treatment.
Police say the driver showed obvious signs of impairment at the scene. Police said he had a blood alcohol level of 0.137. The driver was arrested and faces a long list of charges, including DUI, 18 counts of first-degree negligent injury, reckless driving and open container.
An investigation is now underway.
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