Eight children were killed in a mass shooting at a home in Shreveport, Louisiana, on Sunday morning, April 20, 2026, according to the Shreveport Police Department. The victims, ranging in age from 1 to 14 years old, were found when officers responded to a call in the 300 block of West 79th Street.
Police Chief Wayne Smith stated that the shooting occurred at a residence and that the children were all related. He described the scene as "one of the most horrific" he had witnessed in his career. No suspects were immediately identified, and the investigation is ongoing.
The Shreveport Police Department is being assisted by the Louisiana State Police and the FBI. Authorities have not released a motive for the shooting. The community is reeling from the tragedy, with local officials calling for support for the grieving families.
This incident is one of the deadliest mass shootings involving children in recent U.S. history. It has reignited national discussions about gun violence and child safety.
