At least 13 people injured after vehicle crashes into crowd in Louisiana

U.S. At least 13 people injured at Louisiana Lao New Year Festival after vehicle crashes into crowd By Kierra Frazier Kierra Frazier News Editor Kierra Frazier is a news editor for CBS News & Stations. Read Full Bio Kierra Frazier April 4, 2026 / 7:14 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google At least 13 people were injured after a driver struck a crowd at the Louisiana Lao New Year Festival on Saturday, authorities said. Deputies with the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office said in a statement they were investigating an incident involving a vehicle that struck multiple pedestrians during a parade."Several individuals sustained injuries, some of which are believed to be serious," the sheriff's office said. Acadian Ambulance said on X that it transported 11 patients by ground and two by air.The driver is currently in custody, authorities said. The incident occurred at a Louisiana Lao New Year event celebrating the Buddhist New Year.Officials said the incident does not appear to be an intentional act based on a preliminary investigation. "Sharon and I are praying for all those affected, and are grateful for the first responders who have responded to the scene," Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said in a post on X. .component--type-recirculation { .item:nth-child(7), .card-recirc:nth-child(7) { display: none; } } #inline-recirc-item--id-8bfc783a-0fc8-4411-baf8-69659e2637d5, #right-rail-recirc-item--id-8bfc783a-0fc8-4411-baf8-69659e2637d5 { display: none; } #inline-recirc-item--id-8bfc783a-0fc8-4411-baf8-69659e2637d5 ~ .item:nth-child(7) { display: block; } In: Louisiana © 2026 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved.