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The Tallahassee Police Department has reported that Phoenix Ikner, a 20-year-old and the main suspect in the mass shooting on April 17 at Florida State University (FSU), was transferred to the Leon County Jail on Monday after being discharged from the hospital.
However, online court records reported that he was later transferred to the Wakulla County Detention Center shortly after 4:15 p.m. that same day.
According to the Leon County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), this transfer to another facility is part of the standard protocol, as Ikner, born on August 18, 2004, has connections to a deputy sheriff from that county.
Ikner, who had been hospitalized for nearly a month after being shot by the officers who responded to the scene of the incident, is facing serious charges related to the shooting at FSU.
Leon County Sheriff's Office
On April 17th, around noon, a shooting occurred on the FSU campus in Tallahassee. The shooter opened fire near the student union building, causing moments of terror on the campus that houses nearly 40,000 students.
The attack resulted in the death of two individuals, Robert Morales, the coordinator of food services at the university and former assistant football coach at Leon High School, and Tiru Chabba, a 45-year-old executive from Aramark and a family man. Additionally, at least six people were injured, five of them from gunfire and one while fleeing the scene.
Authorities reported that Ikner used a gun registered in the name of his stepmother, who works as a sheriff's deputy in Leon County. During his arrest, Ikner was injured by the police and taken to the hospital under police custody.
After her arrest, Jessica Ikner, her stepmother, has taken an indefinite leave from her position as a school resource officer. The LCSO is investigating the storage of that firearm, but authorities state that so far they have not found evidence of policy violations.
Before the incident, Ikner had participated in police training programs and was a member of the Youth Advisory Council of the Leon County Sheriff's Office.
After his arrest, Ikner invoked his right not to testify and has not cooperated with the investigations. Currently, he faces charges of first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Shooting at Florida State University
Who is Phoenix Ikner, the suspect in the FSU shooting?
Phoenix Ikner is a 20-year-old student at Florida State University, identified as the main suspect in the shooting that occurred on April 17 on campus. He is the son of an assistant sheriff in Leon County and had participated in police training programs. According to authorities, he used a gun registered in his stepmother's name during the attack.
What were the consequences of the shooting at FSU?
The shooting left two people dead and at least six injured. The deceased victims were Robert Morales, food service coordinator, and Tiru Chabba, an executive at Aramark. The attack caused shock within the university community and reignited the debate over gun access in the United States.
What were the reactions following the shooting on the FSU campus?
The FSU community organized a vigil in honor of the victims, where messages of solidarity and support were expressed. The university president, Richard McCullough, shared his sorrow and offered emotional support resources. Figures such as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and President Donald Trump also mourned the incident.
What measures were taken at FSU after the shooting?
The university activated its emergency protocol, urging students and staff to take shelter. Classes and events were temporarily suspended while security forces secured the campus. Additionally, access to certain areas deemed active crime scenes was restricted.
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