Eight children and two adults were killed early Sunday morning in a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, authorities said. The victims ranged from ages one to approximately 14 years old, according to Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith and spokesperson Chris Bordelon. A total of ten people were shot across three locations in the city, including two residences on the same block and a third in another part of the neighborhood.
Key Takeaways
A mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana early Sunday morning left eight children and two adults dead. The suspected shooter was killed after a police pursuit that extended into Bossier City.
- Eight children aged 1 to approximately 14 were among the ten people shot
- Shooting occurred across three locations including two residences on the same block
- Suspect fled scene, carjacked vehicle, and was fatally shot during police chase
- Louisiana State Police investigating circumstances around suspect's death
- White House monitoring the situation
Officers responded just after 6 a.m. ET, where they found victims at one residence. The suspect fled, carjacked a vehicle nearby, and was chased by police before being fatally shot during the pursuit in Bossier Parish. Authorities believe some of those killed were related to the shooter.
The incident has left the community in shock, with Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux calling it 'the worst tragic situation we've ever had' in the city. Louisiana State Police have been asked to investigate the circumstances around the suspect's death as no officers were harmed during the shooting.
Police are asking anyone with pictures, video or information to share it with state police detectives. The White House is also monitoring the situation.
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