Roland S. Martin
Roland S. Martin

April 21, 2026 · 6 min read

Father Kills 8 Children. “This Was a Cruel and Evil Act.” Psychologist Breaks Down the Violence

Father Kills 8 Children. “This Was a Cruel and Evil Act.” Psychologist Breaks Down the Violence
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Key Takeaways

  • 1The nation is grappling with one of its most devastating domestic violence tragedies as 31-year-old Shamar Elkins stands accused of killing eight c...
  • 2The shooting spree began Sunday morning following reports of a domestic disturbance, involving multiple scenes and leaving Elkins' wife and girlfri...
  • 3Dr.
  • 4"When we think about what it means to be well in the context of the United States, Sigmund Freud would define that as the ability to love and the a...
  • 5The optimal worldview, rooted in indigenous wisdom and African traditions, emphasizes communal value systems, intrinsic self-worth, and the ability...

Overview

The nation is grappling with one of its most devastating domestic violence tragedies as 31-year-old Shamar Elkins stands accused of killing eight children in what authorities are calling a cruel and evil act. The victims—Jayla Elkins (3), Shayla Elkins (5), Braylon Snow (5), Kayla Pugh (6), Khedarrion Snow (6), Layla Pugh (7), Mark-ay-don Pugh (10), and Sariahh Snow (11)—represent a loss that demands deeper examination beyond surface-level explanations.

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