"The attack is the deadliest mass shooting reported in the United States in more than two years, with the suspect identified as Shamar Elkins, who shot his seven children and a cousin."
"Authorities described the attack as a violent domestic incident, stating that the children ranged in age from one to 14 years and were shot execution style."
"One child managed to escape during the shooting by jumping from the roof, and he was able to call authorities, highlighting the tragic circumstances of the event."
A 31-year-old man, Shamar Elkins, opened fire in Shreveport, Louisiana, killing his seven children and a cousin. The shooting occurred early Sunday morning, with police responding shortly after 6am. The children, aged one to 14, were shot execution style. Elkins fled the scene, carjacked a man, and led police on a chase. Authorities described the incident as a violent domestic situation, with Elkins and his wife in the process of separating. One child escaped and called for help.
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