Louisiana Domestic Violence Massacre

Shreveport police have identified 31-year-old Shamar Elkins as the gunman responsible for one of the nation's deadliest mass shootings in recent years.

The victims, ranging in age from 1 to 14, included seven of Elkins' own children and a cousin, discovered across multiple residential properties.

Following the early morning rampage, Elkins fled in a carjacked vehicle and was fatally shot after a high-speed chase and exchange of gunfire with officers.

The local community remains in shock as investigators work to process the extensive crime scenes and determine a motive for the slaughter.