Crime
Children Killed in Shreveport Domestic Violence Mass Shooting Identified
The shooting was described as a “domestic disturbance” and is believed to have been committed by 31-year-old Shamar Elkins, who was killed by police during a chase
SHREVEPORT, La. โ Authorities have identified the suspect in a devastating mass shooting that unfolded early Sunday morning in Shreveport, leaving eight children dead and several others injured in what investigators describe as a domestic violence incident spanning multiple locations.
Shreveport Police confirmed the gunman as Shamar Elkins, who investigators say was the father of seven of the eight children killed.
According to police spokesperson Cpl. Christopher Bordelon, the violence began before sunrise when Elkins shot a woman at one residence.
He then traveled to a second home, where the majority of the killings occurred.
At the second location, eight children between the ages of 3 and 11 were shot.
Seven of the victims were found inside the home, while one child was discovered deceased on the roof, apparently after attempting to escape the violence.
The victims have been identified by the Caddo Parish Coronerโs Office as:
- Jayla Elkins, 3
- Shayla Elkins, 5
- Kayla Pugh, 6
- Layla Pugh, 7
- Markaydon Pugh, 10
- Sariahh Snow, 11
- Khedarrion Snow, 6
- Braylon Snow, 5
In addition to the children killed, two adult women sustained critical injuries, and a teenager was also wounded but is expected to survive.
One of the injured women is believed to be the mother of some of the suspectโs children.
Investigators stated that the incident appears to have stemmed from a domestic dispute.
Authorities noted that Elkins had a prior firearms-related arrest in 2019 but said there was no documented history of domestic violence involving him.
Following the shootings, Elkins fled the area, allegedly carjacking a vehicle at gunpoint, which led to a police pursuit into neighboring Bossier City.
During the pursuit, officers discharged their weapons.
Elkins was later confirmed deceased, though officials have not yet provided full details regarding the circumstances of his death.
โThis is an extensive scene unlike anything most of us have ever seen,โ Bordelon said, emphasizing the scale and complexity of the investigation.
Local officials expressed shock and grief over the tragedy. Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith described the incident as unimaginable, while Mayor Tom Arceneaux called it โa terrible morningโ and possibly one of the worst tragedies the city has ever experienced.
State and federal leaders also issued statements offering condolences and support to the victimsโ families and the broader community.
The Louisiana State Police have joined the investigation at the request of local authorities.
Officials are urging anyone with information, including photos or video related to the incident, to come forward and assist investigators.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to process multiple crime scenes and piece together the events leading up to the attack.
Crime
Greenville County Murder-Suicide: Chloe Jade Brown and Dreak Wright Dead After Elmwood Avenue Shooting
GREENVILLE, South Carolina โ A fatal shooting at a home on Elmwood Avenue in Greenville County claimed the lives of a man and a woman on Tuesday evening, October 13, 2026.
The victims have been identified in information shared with the public as Chloe Jade Brown, a young mother, and Dreak Wright. The incident has been described as a suspected murder-suicide.
The Greenville County Sheriffโs Office said deputies were called to Elmwood Avenue before 9 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they found a man and a woman who had both sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
According to the supplied account, Wright allegedly shot Brown before taking his own life. The identities and sequence of events should be treated as reported information until confirmed by authorities.
Chloe Jade Brown has been remembered by friends and loved ones as a caring mother and a bright presence in their lives.
Following news of the deadly incident, tributes expressed grief over her death and concern for the children she leaves behind. Those mourning her have offered prayers for her children, family and everyone affected by the tragedy.
The loss of a mother has prompted particular concern for the childrenโs well-being and the emotional support they may need as they cope with their loss.
Some people sharing tributes to Brown alleged that she had experienced domestic violence. However, the information available does not independently confirm those claims or establish whether domestic violence played a role in the shooting.
Authorities have not provided further details in the supplied report about the circumstances leading up to the incident, the relationship between the victims or any previous reports of domestic disputes.
These details should be verified before being presented as established facts.
Deputies with the Greenville County Sheriffโs Office responded to the Elmwood Avenue residence before 9 p.m. Tuesday. They found both victims dead from gunshot wounds, according to the agencyโs initial account.
The incident has been described as a murder-suicide in the supplied information, but additional official confirmation is needed regarding the sequence of events and the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The tragedy has left friends and loved ones mourning both individuals, while tributes to Brown have highlighted the impact her death will have on her children.