Louisiana Father Kills 8 Children, 7 His Own

0:00It's April 20. Dallas News Today starts now, AI-powered and ready. I'm Cory with the story. A father and tree for Louisiana, open fire early Sunday morning, killing eight children, seven of them his own, and what police call a mass domestic shooting. The attack hit two homes, leaving two women, including his wife, critically wounded. Kids ranged from three to 11 years old, all shot in one house. Police got calls around 6 a.m. Eastern time about a disturbance then linked it to another shooting blocks away. Officers chased the suspect, who hijacked the vehicle, crossed into Bossear City, and traded gunfire with them by 629. He died at the scene, no kids found in his car. The community reeled from the news with mourners leaving flowers at the house and holding a prayer vigil that night. Folks hugged their own children tighter, saying it hits too close to home. Officials look stunned at their news conference asking for patience and prayers. This marks the deadliest mass shooting in the US

1:01since eight died in a Chicago suburb back in January, 2024. Most victims were related to the gunman named Shamar Elkins, and state police took over the probe, piecing together the full picture. As they wrap up at multiple scenes, remember, domestic violence leaves scars that explode like this. Reach out if you or someone you know needs help. Hotlines run 24-7 confidential and free.