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How a terrified child survived Louisiana killer dad Shamar Elkins’ rampage by making horrifying jump from roof
- A Louisiana gunman, Shamar Elkins, killed eight children in a Shreveport area rampage before being killed by police.
- A 13-year-old boy escaped by jumping from a roof, breaking his leg in the process, becoming the only survivor among the victims’ group.
- Elkins also shot his estranged wife and a girlfriend, carjacked a vehicle, and led to a police chase ending with his death.
- Two women were wounded, including the suspect’s wife and another woman whose name was not released.
- Authorities identified the victims as eight children with ages ranging from 3 to 11 years old.
- Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and House Speaker Mike Johnson issued statements expressing heartbreak and prayers for those affected.
- The investigation remains ongoing as authorities review mental health concerns and social media posts prior to the killings.
- The incident prompted a police pursuit and heightened local concern as investigators piece together the timeline.
- Officials expect more updates as the community mourns eight child victims of the attack.
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