Louisiana mass shooting kills eight

The shooting occurred across multiple locations early Sunday morning, targeting children between the ages of 3 and 11.

Seven of the victims were the gunman's own children, and two women were also wounded during the rampage.

Community leaders have called for increased mental health support as the city processes its deadliest mass shooting in over two years.

Details have emerged of a child who survived the attack by jumping from a roof, highlighting the horrific nature of the event.