Louisiana Mass Shooting Claims Lives of Eight Children as Authorities Confirm Suspect Has Died

Shamar Elkins killed seven of his own children and one cousin in a mass shooting across two residences in Shreveport, Louisiana, before dying in a police shootout.The 31-year-old veteran also wounded two women during a domestic dispute, while a teenage survivor escaped by jumping from a roof.Authorities are investigating the motive, citing the suspect's pending divorce and claims of experiencing dark visions.
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