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Two Dead, Six Injured in Shooting at Florida State University

A 20-year-old student, using his deputy mother's service weapon, was taken into custody after opening fire at the Student Union.

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Law enforcement on FSU's campus following the mass shooting on Thursday.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred at FSU's Student Union on April 17, leaving two non-student victims dead and six others injured.
  • Authorities identified the shooter as Phoenix Ikner, an FSU student and son of a sheriff's deputy, who used his mother's service weapon in the attack.
  • Law enforcement swiftly responded, neutralized the shooter, and secured the campus; Ikner is now in custody.
  • The campus remains an active crime scene, with investigations ongoing into the shooter's motive and weapon access.
  • FSU has canceled classes and events, with support services offered and injured victims being treated at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare.