Ricardo and Robert Morales reconnected after three decades of separation following the death of their father, a CIA informant in Miami known as “Monkey.” Unfortunately, their reunion was cut short when Robert Morales was one of two people killed in a shooting at Florida State University. Ricardo Morales described his brother as a good person who didn’t deserve his fate. Robert was a beloved member of the university community and a dedicated coach of high school football in Tallahassee. Despite his failing health, Robert insisted on continuing to work to stay busy and provide for his family.
The Morales brothers had a tumultuous past due to their father’s involvement in criminal activities and counterintelligence, which ultimately led to his own death. Ricardo and Robert had reconnected online and formed a close bond, with Robert frequently visiting Ricardo in Michigan with his family. Ricardo described his brother as a kind-hearted family man who loved his daughter deeply and was fighting to survive despite his failing health.
The suspect in the shooting, Phoenix Ikner, was revealed to have white supremacist views, according to classmates. Ricardo Morales, while supportive of the Second Amendment, expressed hope for gun reform to prevent further tragedies. He acknowledged the challenges of achieving such reform but emphasized the importance of prioritizing people’s well-being over profit-driven motives in addressing the issue.
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