Crime

Driver Charged After Plowing Into Louisiana Lao New Year Parade

15 injured, suspect faces multiple charges including impaired driving.

By The Unbiased Times AI

April 4, 2026 • 10:33 PM• Updated April 5, 2026 • 3:15 AM

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A 57-year-old man, Todd Landry of Jeanerette, Louisiana, has been charged with driving while impaired, 18 counts of first-degree negligent injuring, and careless operation after his vehicle struck a crowd celebrating the Lao New Year in New Iberia on Saturday. At least 15 people were injured, with some suffering serious injuries. Two victims were airlifted to the hospital, while others were transported by ground ambulances. The incident occurred near the intersection of Savannakhet and Melancon Road during the Louisiana Lao New Year Festival, a three-day event featuring parades, live music, and cultural activities. Authorities stated the crash did not appear to be intentional. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry expressed prayers for the victims and gratitude for first responders. The festival organizers canceled Saturday night's events and alcohol sales in response to the incident.

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All sources consistently report the core facts of the incident, including the driver's arrest, the number of injuries, and the preliminary determination that the crash was not intentional. The coverage uniformly highlights the severity of the injuries, the festival's cancellation, and the governor's response. No significant divergences in framing or emphasis were identified across the sources.

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