Crime
Abundant Life Christian School Shooter Natalie Rupnow admired killers like Eric Harris, Dylan Klebold and others
She continued to list other individuals she admired, citing them as sources of inspiration or interest.
The manifesto written by Natalie Rupnow, the 15-year-old identified as the Abundant Life Christian School shooter, has been publicly revealed.
In this document, Rupnow explicitly outlines her motives, grievances, and inspirations, shedding light on her troubling mindset leading up to the tragic event.
Abundant Life Christian School Shooter Natalie Rupnow’s Full Manifesto Revealed
Rupnow’s writings reveal that she deeply admired infamous mass killers, including Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold—perpetrators of the 1999 Columbine High School massacre.
She continued to list other individuals she admired, citing them as sources of inspiration or interest.
The manifesto reflects themes of anger, alienation, and disdain for society, with repeated references to perceived injustices in her life, including experiences of bullying and strained familial relationships.
Additionally, Rupnow expressed a desire for societal upheaval, articulating her frustrations through disturbing rhetoric advocating for revolution and violence.
The manifesto spans multiple pages and details her grievances against classmates, family, and humanity as a whole, with a chilling tone of hopelessness and resentment.
The release of this document provides further insight into Rupnow’s state of mind and the influences that fueled her actions.
Law enforcement officials and mental health experts emphasize the importance of addressing such warning signs to prevent future tragedies.
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.