A shooting at Florida State University's student union left two dead and six injured. The suspect, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, is a student and son of a sheriff's deputy. He was shot by police after failing to comply with commands during the chaos. The victims were not students. FSU President Richard McCullough described it as a tragic day. Law enforcement engaged promptly, and the investigation is still ongoing, with authorities advising students to remain sheltered for safety.
The police were engaged in a pursuit that ended with Ikner being shot after he failed to comply with commands, leading to his hospitalization.
FSU President called the incident a 'tragic day,' emphasizing the university's support for victims and their families.
The handgun used by Ikner was a former service weapon of his mother, raising concerns about gun access and its implications.
The motives behind the shooting remain unknown, with authorities continuing their investigation while providing safety instructions to students following the incident.
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