Louisiana Man Kills 8 Children—7 Of Which Were His—In Multi-Scene Massacre Before Being Killed By Police

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Monday, April 20, 2026

A man identified as 31-year-old Shamar Elkins is dead after a Sunday morning shooting spree that left eight children dead and two others critically injured across multiple locations, authorities said. The situation unfolded fast and ended after a police pursuit, officials confirmed. Police said the victims ranged in age from 3 to 11. Seven of […]

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