Crime
22-year-old Gabe Simon killed after shooting at Stillwater Tavern in Hampton
The suspect fled the scene before law enforcement arrived, and their identity remains unknown at this time.
Hampton, VA – The Hampton Police Division has opened an investigation into a deadly shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at Stillwater Tavern, leaving one man dead.
At approximately 12:39 a.m. on Sunday, police received a call reporting a shooting at Stillwater Tavern, located in the 500 block of Settlers Landing Road.
Responding officers found 22-year-old Gabe Simon inside the establishment suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Emergency responders transported Simon to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Initial findings suggest that the victim, Gabe Simon, was involved in a verbal altercation with the suspect prior to the shooting.
According to investigators, the argument escalated, prompting the suspect to fire multiple shots in Simon’s direction, fatally wounding him.
Authorities have not yet identified the suspect and continue to investigate the motive and events leading up to the incident.
The Hampton Police Division is urging anyone with information regarding this case to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the following methods:
- Phone: Call 1-888-LOCK-U-UP
- App: Download and use the P3 Tips mobile application
- Online: Visit P3tips.com
The Hampton Police Division remains committed to resolving this case and providing answers to the victim’s family.
The community is encouraged to assist in bringing the individual responsible to justice.
Further updates will be shared as new information becomes available.
Authorities have identified the suspect in Thursday’s deadly shooting at Florida State University (FSU) as 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, the son of longtime Leon County Sheriff’s Deputy Jessica Ikner.
During an afternoon press conference, FSU Police Chief Jason Trumbower confirmed that Phoenix Ikner was responsible for opening fire near the university’s Student Union Building, killing two individuals and injuring six others.
The incident unfolded around 11:50 a.m. on April 17, when the gunman began shooting on the university’s main campus in Tallahassee.
“FSU police responded immediately, engaged, neutralized, and apprehended the shooter,” Trumbower said. Ikner, believed to be an FSU student, was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital following the incident.
Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell detailed the law enforcement response, stating that officers confronted Ikner and opened fire when he failed to comply with commands.
He was subsequently subdued and taken for medical treatment.
Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil confirmed that the suspect is the son of Deputy Jessica Ikner, a veteran of the department with over 18 years of service.
“She has performed her duties with distinction,” McNeil stated, expressing support for Deputy Ikner during what he described as a devastating moment for her and the department.
Investigators revealed that the weapon used in the shooting was a handgun previously issued to Deputy Ikner before she transitioned to a new service weapon.
It was reportedly her personal firearm. Authorities also found a shotgun in Ikner’s possession at the scene, though it remains unclear whether it was discharged during the attack.
“We are continuing to investigate the role each weapon may have played and whether the suspect had access to additional firearms,” McNeil said.
Chief Revell added that Phoenix Ikner had been a “long-standing member” of the Leon County Sheriff’s Office Youth Advisory Council and had participated in several law enforcement-related programs over the years.
“It’s not surprising to us that he had some level of access to firearms given his history within the agency’s youth programs,” Revell stated.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Authorities noted that Ikner has so far refused to cooperate with investigators or provide any explanation for his actions.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is assisting in the investigation and has requested that anyone who witnessed the shooting or has relevant information or media uploads related to the incident submit tips through their official website at www.fbi.gov/fsushooting.
FSU remains under heightened security as law enforcement continues to process the scene and gather evidence.