Two Florida State University students recounted the horror of Thursday’s deadly campus shooting, where two people were killed and several others injured. The victims were identified as Robert Morales and Tiru Chabba. The gunman, identified as Phoenix Ikner, opened fire outside the student union with his stepmother’s handgun. Madison Askins, a graduate student, was shot in the buttocks but played dead until an officer helped her. Sage Toussaint, a junior, ran to safety when shots were fired and found out her friend had been shot. The friend is recovering. Askins, who was struck by the gunman and witnessed a clip of bullets at her feet, reflected on her emotions and expressed hope that the shooter would live with the consequences. Toussaint described the chaos and confusion when shots rang out, and her efforts to find and help her injured friend. Both students shared their experiences of fear and uncertainty during the shooting incident, with Askins emphasizing the emotional toll of the situation. However, she expressed determination to return to campus despite the trauma. FSU President Richard McCullough spoke at a vigil, condemning the tragedy and emphasizing the need for unity and support within the community. The victims were remembered as beloved members of the FSU community, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew them. The survivors’ stories shed light on the terrifying events of the shooting and the resilience of the FSU community in the face of tragedy.
Note: The image is for illustrative purposes only and is not the original image associated with the presented article. Due to copyright reasons, we are unable to use the original images. However, you can still enjoy the accurate and up-to-date content and information provided.
