“One of the shot women was able to escape to a neighbor’s house and call 911 despite her grievous wounds, according to police.”

“The dead children were identified as: Jayla Elkins, 3; Shayla Elkins, 5; Kayla Pugh, 6; Layla Pugh, 6; Markaydon Pugh, 10; Sariahh Snow, 11; Khedarrion Snow, 6; and Braylon Snow, 5.”

“Elkins had hinted at having mental-health woes in recent conversations with relatives.”

“He often seemed stressed and would pull his hair out, creating a permanent bald spot, according to relatives.”

“He shared a picture of his eldest daughter on his Facebook page just a day before the shooting and also posted a photograph of his children with him on Easter Sunday after going to church.”

“Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said he and his wife “are heartbroken over this situation” and are “praying for everyone affected,” in a post on X.”

“House Speaker Mike Johnson, whose district includes Shreveport, called it a “heartbreaking tragedy” and said he is holding “the victims, their families and loved ones, and our Shreveport community close in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time,” in a social media post Sunday.”