The suspect in Thursday’s mass shooting at Florida State University, Phoenix Ikner, has a complicated history marked by family turmoil and extremist beliefs, according to NBC News. Authorities say Ikner, 20, killed two people and wounded at least five before being shot by police.
Former classmates described Ikner as intelligent but increasingly radical, frequently voicing far-right and white supremacist views. His past includes a fraught custody battle, a name change from Christian Eriksen, and alleged mental health challenges.
Despite the deepening portrait of his background, investigators still have not identified a clear motive behind the rampage, and Ikner remains silent in custody.
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