Scenes of sorrow at Shreveport neighborhood where a dad killed 8 children, including 7 of his own
Deadly domestic attack shocks community
A Shreveport neighborhood was left devastated after 31-year-old Shamar Elkins allegedly killed eight children, including seven of his own, in an early morning shooting across two homes.
Stuffed toy becomes symbol of loss
A woman holding a stuffed unicorn toy stood near the scene, underscoring the heartbreaking reality that most victims were young children from the same family.
Children gather in prayer vigil
Young residents sit together during a vigil as police revealed the victims were between ages 3 and 11, with two women also critically injured in the attack.
Councilwoman consoles grieving residents
Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor was seen comforting people outside the scene, standing with families as they faced unimaginable loss.
Flowers left in tribute outside home
Mourners placed flowers at the door of the home, a simple yet powerful gesture honoring the victims of the tragedy.
Candlelight vigil honors victims
People lit candles during a prayer vigil later that day, mourning the children killed in what authorities described as a domestic violence incident.