TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — A timeline launched by Tallahassee police Friday revealed extra in regards to the moments main as much as when a shooter opened fire at Florida State University and the following police response.
The Tallahassee Police Division stated the occasions unfolded as follows.
11 a.m.
The suspect, Pheonix Ikner, a scholar on the college, pulled right into a parking storage on campus round 11 a.m., in accordance with investigators. He then might be seen pacing within the space, transferring out and in of his automobile, for about an hour.
He lastly left the parking storage at 11:51 a.m.
11:56 a.m.
Police stated the primary shot was fired 5 minutes later. They imagine Ikner was strolling out and in of buildings and inexperienced areas whereas firing a handgun.
11:58 a.m.
Witnesses began flooding 911 with calls reporting a person actively capturing on campus round 11:58 p.m. Close by cops had been additionally speeding to the world round that point.
12 p.m.
All the capturing lasted for lower than 5 minutes. Authorities stated officers discovered Ikner round midday and shot him after he refused their instructions. He was then taken to a hospital.
“What we noticed on April 17 was a unprecedented instance of teamwork and professionalism within the face of a horrific occasion,” stated Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell. “This sort of response doesn’t occur accidentally; it’s the results of coaching, partnerships and a shared dedication to defending our group.”
Two food service workers, recognized as Tiru Chabba and Robert Morales, had been killed within the capturing. Six others were injured, however are anticipated to make full recoveries, in accordance with hospital workers.
Police stated Friday they had been nonetheless working to interview witnesses and victims, and the investigation remained active. The FBI has established a digital suggestions media line the place you may add images and movies, which is accessible at www.fbi.gov/fsushooting.
Anybody with further info may contact TPD at 850-891-4200. Callers can stay nameless by contacting Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS.
