NEW IBERIA, La. (AP) — What began as a vibrant Lao New Year celebration in south Louisiana quickly turned into a scene of panic and confusion when a vehicle drove into a crowd, leaving families scrambling for safety and searching for loved ones.
Witnesses say the incident unfolded without warning during what had been a festive parade filled with music, water-splashing traditions and families gathered along the route.
“It was just a normal day listening to music, getting sprayed with water, having fun,” said Eli Anderson, who was attending the celebration. “Then I noticed a guy get into his car. He starts revving his engine, inching closer to the parade. I thought he was joining in… and then he just plowed through everybody.”…