At least 28 people were injured in the American New Orleans: the car at high speed crashed into a crowd of people watching the parades on Mardi Gras celebration.

According to the police department of New Orleans, 21 people were hospitalized, five of the victims are in serious condition. Another seven victims refused hospitalization.

pickup truck driver detained.

The police believe that he was under the influence of strong alcohol or drug intoxication. version of the attack is not considered.

According to one eyewitness, the driver almost did not give the report his actions.

Mardi Gras Celebration - similar Slavic Carnival celebrated before Lent. Of all the cities in the US in New Orleans celebrations to mark the arrival of spring are especially richly - organize festivities in the streets and costumed presentation. It is reported by BBC.