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Minnesota lawmaker shooting suspect hit with federal murder, stalking charges, facing life in prison or death
- Vance Boelter, 57, was arrested Sunday night and charged federally with six counts including murder and stalking in shootings of Minnesota lawmakers on June 14, 2025.
- Boelter allegedly targeted Representatives Melissa Hortman and Senator John Hoffman and their spouses after planning the attacks using GPS and online resources.
- Authorities discovered Melissa and Mark Hortman deceased from gunshot wounds at their residence in Brooklyn Park, while the Hoffmans were found seriously wounded in Champlin; officers also seized multiple firearms and other evidence from Boelter's vehicle.
- Boelter appeared Monday afternoon in federal court in St. Paul facing second-degree murder charges while officials described the acts as "political assassinations" and noted possible charge amendments.
- The manhunt lasting two days ended near Boelter's family home in Green Isle, with his case highlighting concerns over politically motivated violence against legislators.
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'His Crimes Are the Stuff of Nightmares'
"It is no exaggeration to say that his crimes are the stuff of nightmares," acting US Attorney for Minnesota Joe Thompson said Monday as federal charges against Vance Boelter were unveiled. Boelter, 57, faces six federal charges connected to the murders of state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband and...
Here’s Why Suspected Minnesota Sh*ter Vance Boelter Was Charged With Second-Degree M*rder * 100PercentFedUp.com * by Noah
There is a lot of information flying fast today about the charges being brought against alleged Minnesota shooter Vance Boelter. And a lot of confusion, so allow me to quickly sort it all out for you and bring you up to speed. First, let’s start with this quick summary and then I’ll dive in and explain deeper, but start here: Suspect Identified: Vance Luther Boelter, 57, is accused of a series of politically motivated shootings targeting Minnes…
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