Identity of the second victim in shooting at Florida State University revealed

The authorities confirmed the identity of the second fatality from the shooting that occurred on Thursday at the main campus of Florida State University (FSU).

It is about Tiru Chabba, a 45-year-old man, husband, and father of two children, residing in Greenville, South Carolina.

Chabba was on campus carrying out his duties as regional vice president of Aramark Collegiate Hospitality, a company that provides food services to the university, when he was struck by the shooter's gunfire.

"Tiru's family is living a nightmare," declared lawyer Bakari Sellers.

"Instead of hiding Easter eggs and visiting friends and family, they are living a nightmare where this loving father and devoted husband was taken from them in an act of senseless and preventable violence," he detailed.

The shooting, which resulted in two deaths and at least six injuries, was carried out by Phoenix Ikner, a 20-year-old student who opened fire near the Student Union, causing moments of terror on the campus that hosts nearly 40,000 students.

The weapon used was registered in the name of his mother, who works as a sheriff's deputy for Leon County.

The attacker was neutralized by the police and remains hospitalized under custody. Authorities have not yet provided details on the possible motives for the crime or his current health status.

During the attack, the university issued an emergency alert and students were instructed to take shelter in their classrooms and residences. Several hours later, the situation was brought under control, but classes, events, and activities planned for the day were canceled.

The death of Tiru Chabba adds to that of the also worker Robert Morales, 41, a Cuban-American from Miami-Dade, who had been the dining hall director at FSU since 2015 and was one of the founders of the local restaurant Gordos Cuban Cuisine.

The president of FSU, Richard McCullough, expressed his sorrow over the events and offered support to the entire affected community. "We join in mourning with the families and friends of those who lost their lives. We also stand with the injured and all those who are suffering."

From Washington, President Donald Trump lamented the incident, calling it "a disgrace" and "a horrible thing," and reiterated the national debate on gun control.

Following the shooting, concerns were reignited about the ease with which young people can access firearms, including those that are legally registered to family members in law enforcement.

The case has caused shock throughout the country, especially due to the profile of the victims, both of whom were integral members of university life and, according to those who knew them, were committed, cherished, and respected individuals.

The investigation is ongoing as family members, friends, and colleagues seek answers amid the pain.

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