Categories: Louisiana News

Mamou mourns after Mardi Gras festivities turn deadly

MAMOU, La. (KLFY) — Tragedy in Mamou continues as the community mourns the loss of loved ones and many people injured during Mardi Gras festivities. Fat Tuesday was about having a good time and celebrating Mardi Gras, but the day turned deadly when gunfire rang out in the crowd. Mamou Police and other agencies are helping to investigate what happened and why.

Chris Ardoin, a Zydeco musician took to social media expressing disbelief and said the shooting brought back memories of when he was shot back in 2021. In a Facebook live video, he said, 15 minutes into his performance he heard gunfire.

“It brings flashbacks. I hear the shots go off and I immediately go back to the night I got shot.” he said.

During the live Ardoin goes on to say he feels reluctant to continue performing for large crowds.

“I ain’t doing them no more. none. I am semi-retired,” Ardoin said. “If it ain’t set up right when I get there. I’m not playing.”

Latest news

rssfeeds-admin

Recent Posts

IO Interactive “Can’t Wait” to Return to Hitman Series

IO Interactive has assured fans that there will be more Hitman adventures, and the team…

30 minutes ago

Diablo 4’s Secret Cow Level Has Finally Been Discovered, But Some Players Are Disappointed

Diablo 4 fans have finally discovered the game's secret cow level, though some fans are…

30 minutes ago

Federal Judge Sides With Church

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WOWO) — A federal judge has cleared the way for a religious freedom…

60 minutes ago

1,500 Pounds Of Food Donated

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WOWO) — The generosity of FOX59/CBS4 viewers will help provide thousands of meals…

60 minutes ago

A heavenly conversation with Tennessee Republican statesmen

American politician and diplomat Howard Baker (1925-2014), United States Senator from Tennessee, during the Select…

1 hour ago

Tenn. GOP to limit public input on redrawing U.S. House map as protesters descend on Capitol

Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson, a Memphis Democrat, speaks to a crowd of protesters on…

1 hour ago

This website uses cookies.