Several people were hurt, including some seriously, after a car crashed into a Lao New Year parade in Broussard, Louisiana, Saturday afternoon, authorities said.
The unidentified driver of the vehicle was in custody, however, investigators said as of now it does not appear that the crash was intentional, according to the Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office.
A local ambulance company company Acadian Ambulance said initially at least 13 were taken to the hospital after incident, including two who were airlifted.
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The incident occurred at the corner of Savannakhet Street and Melancon Road.
Organizers of the Louisiana Lao New Year Festival said in a statement that they were cancelling the rest of the events scheduled for the day.
"All security resources have been redirected to the scene, and we currently do not have security personnel available due to the circumstances," they said in a statement.
"We are praying for the victims and for their families during this difficult time," the organizers added.