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Louisiana mass shooting: Eight of 10 victims are children, police say; suspect shot dead
Shreveport police said at least 10 people were shot on Sunday, April 19, 2026, including eight children. The incident occurred during a domestic disturbance, and the suspect was shot dead by authorities.
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The event underscores concerns about domestic disturbances escalating to mass casualty incidents and ongoing public safety challenges in the area.
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Mass shooting during domestic disturbance in Shreveport; 10 shot, including eight children; suspect killed
April 19, 2026
Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith said that at least 10 people were shot on Sunday, April 19, 2026, during a domestic disturbance. Of the victims, eight were children. The suspect was shot dead.