Eight children were killed in a mass shooting early this morning after a domestic dispute.

The victims ages range from 18 months to 14 years old. Two women were also shot, with one suffering life threatening injuries after being shot in the head.

Shreveport Police Chief Wayne Smith spoke about the investigation.

“I just don’t know what to say, my heart is just taken aback,” Smith said. “I cannot begin to imagine how such an event could occur.”

Police say the suspect was shot and killed by Shreveport Police after a carjacking and police chase occured. Some of the victims are believed to be children of the suspect.

This is a ongoing investigation.