In Clinton, Louisiana, a festive Mardi Gras parade turned tragic on Saturday when a shooting unfolded, leaving several individuals injured. The “Mardi Gras in the Country” parade became the backdrop for chaos as reports of gunfire emerged.

Local media outlets conveyed varying accounts of the incident, with The Advocate indicating that at least three people were shot. Meanwhile, WBRZ suggested that as many as six individuals, including a child, were hurt during the incident that occurred near the East Feliciana Parish Courthouse.

Details from law enforcement remain sparse, as officials have not yet provided confirmation or elaboration on the specifics of the incident.

The location of the unfortunate event is marked by the East Feliciana Parish Courthouse, a central point in Clinton, Louisiana, where the shooting disrupted the otherwise celebratory parade.

According to WBRZ, authorities are actively pursuing leads, including searching for a vehicle connected to the shooting. Additionally, one suspect has reportedly been taken into custody as part of the ongoing investigation.

When contacted, both the Clinton Police and the East Feliciana Parish Sheriff’s Office were unable to offer further details at this time, leaving many questions still unanswered.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.