Mass shooting rampage in Louisiana leaves eight children dead and others wounded

Suspect was fatally shot, according to Shreveport police, who say victims included children ranging from 18 months to 14 years

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At least eight people are dead and others are wounded after a mass murder reported in the Louisiana city of Shreveport, according to local police.

Police said that among the victims were children ranging in age from 18 months to 14 years. Two other women were reportedly shot in the head but survived – and a third person, described as a young boy, was injured while jumping from a roof.