ST. LANDRY PARISH — A video circulating on social media is raising serious safety concerns at Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino, after it appears to show an ambulance driving onto the track during an active horse race.

The video shows eight jockeys racing down the track when an Acadian Ambulance suddenly enters their path. One jockey can be seen steering his horse away to avoid a possible collision.

KATC has not aired the video, as we must receive permission from the agency that created and owns the footage before it can be broadcast.

KATC has reached out to Acadian Ambulance and Evangeline Downs to learn how the vehicle entered the track during a live race and what safety procedures are in place.

Full Statement From Acadian Ambulance

Caitlin Russo, PR & Marketing Manager for Acad

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