India, April 20 -- The gunman from Louisiana, who took the lives of eight children - seven of whom were his own, was a 31-year-old Army veteran and UPS employee. He had shared a photo of himself with one of his daughters just hours before the tragic events on Sunday. He was killed during the chase as he attempted to flee into neighboring Bossier City.

Shamar Elkins carried out this horrific act at three different locations in Shreveport shortly after 6 a.m. Central Time, according to authorities.

The ages of the deceased children ranged from 3 to 11 years old.

The Caddo Parish Coroner's Office identified the children as Jayla Elkins, 3; Shayla Elkins, 5; Kayla Pugh, 6; Layla Pugh, 7; Markaydon Pugh, 10; Sariahh Snow, 11; Khedarrion Sno...