Campus Lockdown After Shooting Leaves Two Dead, five Hospitalized

A tragic incident unfolded at Florida State University today as a mass shooting resulted in multiple casualties. The suspect, identified as Phoenix Ikner, 20, allegedly opened fire on campus, leaving two people dead and five others hospitalized. The campus was promptly placed on lockdown as law enforcement responded to the scene.

Suspect Identified as Son of Local Law Enforcement Officer

Authorities have revealed that Phoenix Ikner is the son of a deputy sheriff in Leon County. Sheriff Walt McNeil addressed the press, stating that Ikner is a university student and the son of a valued member of his staff. The revelation has sparked questions about access to firearms and security protocols.

Unfortunately, his son had access to one of his arms, and is among those found on the scene.

Sheriff Walt McNeil,leon County

Sheriff McNeil also indicated that the suspect had participated in training programs offered by the sheriff’s office,further raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Eyewitness Accounts Describe Chaos and Panic

eyewitness accounts paint a picture of chaos and panic as the shooting unfolded.Videos circulating online appear to show a young man firing a weapon on a campus lawn as people attempted to flee. Students described a scene of pandemonium near the Student Union as shots rang out.

Victims Not Students; University Cancels Classes

police have confirmed that the two fatalities were not students. Further details about the victims have not yet been released. In the wake of the tragedy, the university, which has a student population exceeding 40,000, has canceled all classes and urged students living off-campus to stay away.

Gun Control Debate Reignites Amidst Rising Mass shooting Statistics

this incident occurs against the backdrop of ongoing debates about gun control in the United States. The right to bear arms, enshrined in the Second Amendment, remains a contentious issue, with advocates for stricter gun laws calling for reform in the face of frequent mass shootings. According to the Gun Violence archive, there have been over 150 mass shootings in the U.S. so far in 2025, highlighting the urgency of the debate.

President Trump reaffirms Support for Second Amendment

In response to the Florida State University shooting, President Trump reiterated his unwavering support for the Second Amendment, emphasizing the right of Americans to own and bear arms.

I am a great supporter of the second amendment. I have been from the beginning. Thes things are terrible, but it is not the gun that shoots, it is people who do it.

President Donald Trump

The president’s remarks are likely to further fuel the debate surrounding gun control and the role of firearms in American society.