Vehicle drives into crowd at Louisiana parade, injuring multiple people

Police say the incident does not appear to be intentional as the driver is in custody

Apr. 4, 2026 at 10:34pm

Multiple people were injured during a Saturday parade in Iberia Parish, Louisiana, when a vehicle drove into the crowd, hitting several parade participants. At least 13 victims were transported to the hospital, with 11 taken by ambulance and 2 by air, according to local authorities.

Why it matters

Parades and community events are meant to bring people together, so any incident that results in injuries is concerning and can shake public trust. While this does not appear to be an intentional attack, it raises questions about safety precautions and crowd control measures at such events.

The details

The incident happened in Iberia Parish, located about 20 miles southeast of Lafayette. The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office says the driver is in custody, but the act does not appear to have been intentional.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday during a local parade in Iberia Parish, Louisiana.

The players

Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

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What’s next

The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause and circumstances.

The takeaway

While the incident does not appear to have been intentional, it serves as a reminder of the importance of robust safety measures and crowd control protocols at community events to prevent such accidents and protect public well-being.