A domestic dispute that led to a shooting in Louisiana left eight children dead at different homes early Sunday before the shooter was stopped dead after a chase by officers, authorities say.
The victims ranged in age from 1 to about 14 years old, according to Shreveport Police Department spokesperson Chris Bordelon. A total of 10 people were shot, including two adults.
Victims ranged from 1-14 years old; gunman killed by a police in shootout
By Eric Mack Fox News
Published April 19, 2026 1:33pm EDT | Updated
What we know so far
- Authorities say Shamar Elkins is the suspected shooter in a domestic violence attack that unfolded across multiple locations in Shreveport, Louisiana, early Sunday.
- Eight children were killed in the attack, and police said seven of the eight are believed to be Elkins’ children.
- The children ranged in age from about 1 to 14.
- Police said Elkins also shot the mother of his children, who is expected to survive.
- Another woman was also shot and is suffering life-threatening injuries, while a teenage victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
- Investigators said Elkins fled the scene, carjacked a vehicle and led officers on a chase into Bossier Parish.
- The incident ended in Bossier City, where Elkins was shot and killed by police. No officers were injured.
4/20/2026
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