Crime
New footage of the suspect who attempted to kill Nick Fuentes
Berwyn, Illinois police say the suspect, who was wanted for a triple homicide in Mahomet, was shot dead.
Berwyn, IL – New surveillance footage has emerged of a suspect who attempted to harm political commentator Nick Fuentes at his residence on December 18, 2024.
The suspect, armed with a pistol and crossbow, reportedly approached Fuentes’ home while he was livestreaming and shouted, “Yo, Nick!” before being apprehended nearby by law enforcement.
According to the Berwyn Police Department, the incident began around 11:38 p.m. when officers responded to reports of an armed individual on the 1800 block of Home Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers encountered the suspect, who fled on foot and evaded initial attempts to detain him.
The suspect forcibly entered a nearby residence on the 1800 block of Wenonah Avenue, where he fatally shot two dogs.
Officers observed him fleeing eastward into a yard on the 1800 block of Home Avenue. Despite verbal commands to surrender, the suspect fired at officers, prompting them to return fire.
The suspect was fatally struck.
No officers were injured during the exchange.
Preliminary reports indicate the suspect was wanted for a triple homicide earlier in the day in Mahomet, Illinois.
The Berwyn Police Department confirmed that the Illinois State Police Public Integrity Task Force has taken over the investigation.
“This remains an active and ongoing investigation,” Berwyn authorities stated.
The incident has raised concerns among community members, but police reassured residents that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
Authorities are urging anyone with information or video surveillance related to the incident to contact the Confidential Berwyn Police Hotline at 708-749-6564.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Tallahassee Memorial Hospital (TMH) continues to treat victims of the tragic mass shooting that occurred Thursday at Florida State University, which claimed the lives of two individuals and left six others injured.
Hospital officials confirmed that several victims arrived with gunshot wounds to the chest and abdomen.
Three patients required emergency surgery.
As of 9 a.m. Friday, two of the victims were expected to be discharged later in the day.
Three others are showing signs of recovery, while one patient remains in fair condition.
All are expected to make a full recovery.
The two deceased victims have been identified as food service employees at FSU.
One of them, Robert Morales, was a campus dining worker originally from Miami-Dade County.
His family confirmed his death in a heartfelt message on social media, stating, “Today we lost my younger Brother. He was one of the victims killed at FSU. He loved his job at FSU and his beautiful Wife and Daughter.”
The second victim has been identified as Tiru Chabba, Regional Vice President for Aramark’s Southeast Division.
Chabba had been with Aramark for more than 25 years, starting as a student manager in 2000 at Coastal Carolina University and rising through the ranks to become a respected leader in collegiate hospitality.
In a company-wide message, Aramark expressed its profound sorrow over the loss:
“It is with deep sadness that I share the news that our beloved Tiru Chabba was a victim of the mass shooting today at Florida State University. For over 25 years, Tiru has been a part of the Aramark family. This senseless act robbed us of a valued colleague and friend, and a family of their treasured husband and father.”
“Tiru was a trusted colleague and a good, good friend. He was admired by colleagues and clients alike. I will miss Tiru badly. Simply put, I am heartbroken.”
Aramark also confirmed they are offering support to Chabba’s family and providing resources to employees processing the loss.
TMH expressed gratitude for the overwhelming community support shown to its emergency, trauma, and nursing teams, stating,
“We are honored to be the hospital providing care to these patients.”
The suspected shooter, identified as 20-year-old FSU student Phoenix Ikner, remains hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that Ikner is the son of a veteran deputy with the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.
In a press release Friday morning, Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell stated:
“Our hearts are with the victims, families, students, and larger Florida State University community in the wake of this tragedy. What occurred today was a heinous and despicable act of violence. Sadly, as a result of this shooting, two adult males were killed, and five other victims were injured by gunfire. An eighth individual sustained injuries while fleeing the scene.”
Chief Revell added that the crime scenes have been processed and that the investigation remains ongoing.
“TPD is committed to bringing justice to the victims in this case,” he said.
Florida State University will hold a vigil Friday evening at Langford Green to honor the lives lost and those affected.
Mental health resources and counseling services are being made available to students at the Askew Student Life Center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.