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Mass shooting in US: 8 kids aged between 1 and 14 dead in Louisiana

Mass shooting in US: 8 kids aged between 1 and 14 dead in Louisiana

TOI World Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 19, 2026, 21:55 IST

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Louisiana Tragedy: ‘Final Days’ And Motive Questions After Dad Accused Of Killing Eight Kids

Eight kids aged between one and 14 years died in a mass shooting in Louisiana, US, on Sunday, AP reported citing authorities.The shooting took place around 6 a.m. on Sunday, leaving a total of 10 people injured, said Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith.

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Louisiana Tragedy: ‘Final Days’ And Motive Questions After Dad Accused Of Killing Eight Kids

Officials said they were still piecing together details, noting that the crime scene spanned three separate locations. Smith added that the suspected gunman was killed by police following a vehicle pursuit.

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