Alleged FSU Gunman Shot by Police, Victims Hospitalized—All Expecting Full Recovery [WATCH]

All six individuals injured in a mass shooting at Florida State University are expected to make a full recovery, according to medical officials at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare.

As reported by The New York Post, during a Friday press conference, Dr. Brett Howard, a trauma surgeon at the hospital, confirmed that all six people brought in for treatment following the Thursday incident were in stable condition.

“We do feel all will make a full recovery,” Dr. Howard stated. He also said that two of the wounded were expected to be released from the hospital by the end of the day.

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The victims—five civilians and the suspected shooter—underwent various procedures, including facial and abdominal surgeries. Doctors did not release the names of those treated but noted that all were alert and able to communicate when they were admitted.

The shooting occurred late Thursday morning near the student union at Florida State University in Tallahassee.

Authorities reported that five individuals were shot by the alleged gunman, identified as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner. Ikner was also shot after police responded to the active shooter situation and opened fire.

The suspect and the other five victims were transported to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare for treatment following the incident. Officials have not yet disclosed what led up to the shooting or a possible motive.

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Two individuals were confirmed dead at the scene of the shooting. Their identities have not yet been released, and it remains unclear whether they were targeted or if they were bystanders.

Law enforcement has not provided additional updates on the investigation into Ikner or any prior warning signs. Officials stated that more details would be made available as the investigation progresses.

The university has not issued further comment on the status of campus operations following the shooting, although classes and activities were initially placed on lockdown during the emergency response.

#BREAKING: ALL REMAINING INJURED VICTIMS from the FSU sho*ting expected to SURVIVE, doctor says.

2 of them may go home TODAY.

“We do feel that all will make a full recovery… 2 of them are possibly going home today.”

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— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) April 18, 2025

Ikner, who remains hospitalized, is expected to face charges pending further medical evaluation and the completion of the police investigation.

The shooting marks one of the most serious violent incidents on the FSU campus in recent years. Officials said they are working closely with university leadership to assess campus safety protocols.

Authorities have not provided details on when Ikner may be moved from the hospital to police custody.

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