Float Ejected From Mardi Gras Parade for Aggressive Bead Throwing

Riders on one float in the Krewe of Carrollton allegedly targeted police with intentional, aggressive bead throws

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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On Sunday during the Krewe of Carrollton Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, riders on one float were ejected from the parade after allegedly throwing beads aggressively at police officers stationed along the route. The New Orleans Police Department said the throws were intentional, leading to the float's removal from the parade.

Why it matters

Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans are meant to be celebratory events, but this incident raises concerns about public safety and the potential for violence or property damage when parade participants act aggressively towards law enforcement. The Louisiana Attorney General condemned the float riders' behavior as "appalling" and said they should be held accountable.

The details

According to reports, the aggressive bead throwing occurred around 4pm on Sunday during the Krewe of Carrollton parade. NOPD Senior Public Information Officer Jonathan Morris said the riders on Float 10 were intentionally targeting and throwing beads at police officers stationed along the parade route. As a result, the entire float and all its riders were ejected from the parade.

  • The incident occurred around 4pm on Sunday, February 8, 2026 during the Krewe of Carrollton Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

The players

Krewe of Carrollton

A Mardi Gras parade organization in New Orleans that was involved in the incident where riders on one of their floats were ejected for aggressively throwing beads at police.

NOPD

The New Orleans Police Department, whose officers were allegedly targeted by the aggressive bead throwing from the Krewe of Carrollton float.

Liz Murrill

The Louisiana Attorney General, who condemned the float riders' behavior as "appalling" and said they should be held accountable.

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What they’re saying

“Absolutely appalling. They should be held accountable. A quick way to ruin Mardi Gras and make it more dangerous for everyone. The NOPD, Troop Nola, and their partners work countless hours during the Mardi Gras season to keep it safe for everyone who lives and visits. This conduct was contemptible.”

— Liz Murrill, Louisiana Attorney General (WWL)

What’s next

It's unclear at this time if the float riders will face any charges for the aggressive bead throwing incident.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder that Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans should be celebratory events focused on community and safety, not opportunities for dangerous or aggressive behavior towards law enforcement. Parade participants who jeopardize public safety may face consequences for their actions.