Car Hits Lao New Year Parade Crowd in Louisiana
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- •The crash occurred during a Lao New Year parade in New Iberia, Louisiana, on 4 April 2026.
- •Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office officers arrested Todd Landry at the scene of the incident.
- •Authorities have reported that around 15 people were injured when the vehicle hit the crowd.
- •Local officials have identified the event as a religious and cultural celebration for the Lao community.
- •Witnesses described the vehicle as driving into parade participants and spectators gathered along the route.
- •Sheriff’s investigators initially examined whether driver impairment or intentional action caused the crash.
- •By 5 April 2026, prosecutors had filed impaired driving charges against Todd Landry in connection with the crash.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Louisiana prosecutors add more serious charges such as vehicular assault or attempted murder against Todd Landry The case could move to a higher court and lead to a longer potential prison sentence, drawing more public attention in New Iberia.
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RUTASS (EN)Car ran into crowd during Lao New Year celebrationsRURBC (RU)Автомобиль наехал на 15 участников религиозного праздника в ЛуизианеMEAl Jazeera - AllDriver faces impaired driving charges after Lao New Year incidentMEAl Jazeera - AllCar slams into Louisiana Lao New Year parade, injuring about 15 people