A Montana man killed 8 relatives, including 4 kids, at Sunday dinner, a family spokesperson says

BILLINGS, Mont. As they gathered for Sunday dinner at a home in Billings, Montana, the father of two of the kids and a family spokesperson informed The Associated Press, (AP) – A man killed eight of his relatives, including four children.

What happened

Meanwhile, the victims represented four generations of the blended family, ranging from a great-grandmother in her 90s to a 7-year-old girl, according to Jennifer Mercer, a neighbor and family friend who set up an online fundraiser to support cover funeral costs and other expenses and was authorized to release these details.

Police remarked they responded to the home on Sunday evening and heard gunshots coming from out back, just before the house was completely engulfed in flames. Investigators confirmed Tuesday there had been eight victims, including four children, and that one person had suffered a fatal, self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The bottom line

For now, a Montana man killed 8 relatives, including 4 kids, at Sunday dinner, remains the part of the story worth watching, and further updates are likely as more details are confirmed.