On April 17, 2025, a mass shooting occurred at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee. Two men were killed and five others were injured in the incident. The shooter, a 20-year-old male and son of a sheriff's deputy, was taken into custody after being shot by law enforcement. He had access to one of his mother's firearms. The victims who lost their lives were identified as Tiru Chabba, a 45-year-old business visitor, and Robert Morales, an FSU dining services employee and local restaurateur. The wounded were treated at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare and are reported to be in fair condition. The university and law enforcement have called for public assistance in the investigation and have assured that the threat is neutralized, though the area remains an active crime scene. The shooting has reignited discussions on gun violence and raised questions about the shooter's background, mental state, and how he obtained the weapon. FSU's president and Florida's governor expressed condolences and emphasized support for the community and pursuit of justice
. Additionally, the shooting deeply affected the campus community, including students who experienced lockdowns and fear. One student who survived this shooting was also a survivor of the 2018 Parkland school shooting, highlighting the trauma and recurring nature of such incidents in educational settings
