The incident unfolded near the Student Union around 11:50 a.m., causing panic as students fled or sheltered in place.
On April 17, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee, resulting in two deaths and six injuries. The incident unfolded near the Student Union around 11:50 a.m., causing panic as students fled or sheltered in place.
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Suspect Details
Name: Phoenix Ikner
Age: 20
Affiliation: FSU political science student; son of a Leon County Sheriff’s deputy
Weapons: Used his mother’s former service handgun; a shotgun was also found in his possession, though its use is unconfirmed
Ikner was shot and apprehended by police after refusing to surrender and is currently hospitalized. Authorities have not disclosed a motive, and investigations are ongoing.
Victims
Fatalities: Two individuals, neither affiliated with FSU
Injuries: Six others, including five gunshot victims and one person injured while fleeing
Campus Impact: The university canceled classes and events for the week. A campus vigil is planned to honor the victims.
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Official Responses
President Donald Trump: Expressed condolences but indicated no plans to pursue gun legislation.
Governor Ron DeSantis: Extended support to the FSU community and praised first responders.
This marks the second major shooting at FSU in a decade, the first occurring in 2014 at the university’s main library.