FSU Shooting: Victims Robert Morales and Tiru Chabba Identified, Suspect in Custody

In a tragic incident at Florida State University (FSU) on Thursday, two victims of a mass shooting have been identified as ROBERT MORALES and TIRU CHABBA, both beloved family men and dedicated food service employees. Authorities confirmed that eight people were wounded in the Tallahassee shooting, with six expected to recover fully.

The suspect, PHOENIX IKNER, a 20-year-old FSU student and stepson of a Leon County Sheriff’s Office deputy, was shot by Tallahassee police after refusing to comply with commands. Investigators revealed that Ikner used his mother’s weapon in the attack.

Robert Morales, a former assistant football coach at Leon High School, was remembered as a passionate mentor and cherished member of the athletic community. “Coach Morales was a beloved member of our athletic community and served as an assistant coach for Leon Football with dedication, integrity, and a true passion for mentoring young athletes,” the school stated. Morales leaves behind his wife, Betty Morales, and their daughter. A GoFundMe campaign launched by friends of the family has raised over $31,000 to support them during this difficult time.

Tiru Chabba, a 45-year-old father of two from Greenville, South Carolina, worked on the FSU campus for a vendor. His employer, Aramark Collegiate Hospitality, expressed deep sorrow over his loss, calling the act of violence “senseless and preventable.” The Strom Law Firm, representing Chabba’s family, emphasized the unimaginable pain they are enduring. “Instead of hiding Easter eggs and visiting with friends and family, they’re living a nightmare where this loving father and devoted husband was stolen from them,” the firm stated.

National civil rights attorney Bakari Sellers, alongside colleague Jim Bannister, announced they will represent the Chabba family in future legal proceedings. “We are prayerful for a complete and thorough investigation and pray for all families affected,” Sellers wrote on X.

FSU canceled classes and athletic events through the weekend, holding a vigil for the victims on Friday evening at Langford Green. The university community continues to come to terms with the devastating loss.

Sources:
[Florida State University Shooting Suspect Used Sheriff Deputy Mom’s Weapon in Killing: Police](https://www.foxnews.com)
[FSU Shooting Suspect’s Childhood Included Alleged Family Kidnapping Abroad, Custody Fight: Documents](https://www.foxnews.com)
[Fox News’ Greg Norman, Audrey Conklin, Rachel Wolf, Preston Mizell, David Spunt, Andrea Margolis, Ashley Papa, Pilar Arias and The Associated Press contributed to this report.](https://www.foxnews.com)