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Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman shot in 'targeted' shootings: Sources

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BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - Two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses were shot by someone impersonating a police officer, sources confirmed to FOX 9.

Sen. John Hoffman and Rep. Melissa Hortman, as well as their spouses, were shot in the overnight shootings in Champlin and Brooklyn Park, sources told FOX 9's Karen Scullin.

Their conditions are not known as of this writing.
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Rep. Melissa Hortman, Sen. John Hoffman shot in 'targeted' shootings: Sources

Two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses were shot by someone impersonating a police officer, sources confirmed to FOX 9.
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From the article:

Brooklyn Park, Champlin shootings​

What we know:

The shelter-in-place alert sent at 5:30 a.m. by Brooklyn Park Police Department is for the 3-mile radius around the Edinburgh Golf Course.

Police say they are looking for a suspect in multiple targeted shootings. The suspect is armed and dangerous. The suspect is a white man with brown hair wearing black body armor over a blue shirt and blue pants, and he may be impersonating law enforcement.
 
UPDATE...Unfortunately there are fatalities

Walz said Hortman and Hoffman were deliberately targeted.

“We must all, in Minnesota and across the country, stand against all forms of political violence,” Walz said at a press conference Saturday. “Those responsible for this will be held accountable.”

Hoffman, a Democrat, was first elected in 2012. He previously served as vice chair of the Anoka Hennepin School Board, which manages the largest school district in Minnesota. Hoffman and his wife have one daughter. He represents a district north of Minneapolis.

At the time of her death, Hortman was the top Democratic leader in the state Legislature. She was also a former House speaker. She was first elected in 2004. She and her husband had two children.

Drew Evans, superintendent of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, said that authorities were actively searching for a suspect.

Autopsies will be done to determine extent of injuries, but Hortman and her spouse died from gunshot wounds, Evans said. A “shelter in place” order was in effect early Saturday.


Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobson said the suspect was posing as a law enforcement officer.

“Suspect exploited the trust of our uniforms, what our uniforms are meant to represent. That betrayal is deeply disturbing to those of us who wear the badge with honor and responsibility,” he said.

Bruley said the suspect fled out of the back of Hortman’s house after an exchange of gunfire with police.

The suspect was dressed like a uniformed officer and operating a vehicle that “looked exactly like an SUV squad car. It was equipped with lights, emergency lights and looked exactly like a police vehicle,” Bruley said.

President Donald Trump said in a White House statement that the FBI would join in the investigation.
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Officials tell the AP they are searching for a 57-year-old man in shooting 2 Minnesota lawmakers

Authorities are searching for a 57-year-old man suspected of shooting 2 Minnesota lawmakers, officials tell The Associated Press.
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I am etremely disturbed by this event, but I am thankful that the suspected shooter, Vance Boelter, was a Democrat. Can you imagine the turmoil in this country at this time had it been a Republican?
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Honestly I'm not surprised it was a Democrat. I have been thinking that it possibly was indeed a Democrat who was hoping to be undetected and stir up more George Floyd type riots. Perhaps I am too jaded but anyway.....
 
Photos and Tipline Info at link
One of the photos in the article is from home security video showing the "person of interest" at the door wearing LE-type clothing.

FBI releases new photo of Vance Boelter, wanted in Minnesota lawmakers' shootings​

By Aki Nace
Updated on: June 14, 2025 / 8:19 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota

"Law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses early Saturday morning.
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman was shot and killed at her Brooklyn Park home, according to a report from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner. Her husband Mark was shot at the home and died at the hospital. State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette were shot and wounded roughly 5 miles away at their home in Champlin. Both lawmakers were members of the Democratic Party, representing the northwest corner of the Twin Cities.
According to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, Boelter stands at 6-foot-1, weighs roughly 220 pounds and has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen Saturday morning in Minneapolis, wearing a light-colored cowboy hat, dark long-sleeve shirt, light pants and carrying a dark bag."

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Manhunt for Vance Boelter, wanted in Minnesota lawmakers' shootings, enters 2nd day

For the second straight day, law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
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Local coverage.
The first article has personal and some political info about the two politicians, who were shot, following a synopsis of what occurred.
The second article is mostly political info about the two politicians. The article also reports that other lawmakers are scared.

Melissa Hortman, Minnesota lawmaker killed in targeted shootings, is remembered as devoted public servant​

By Cole Premo
Updated on: June 14, 2025 / 4:18 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota

"Walz later ordered flags at half-staff at all state buildings in Minnesota in honor and remembrance of Hortman."

""Today Minnesota lost a great leader. A formidable public servant and a fixture of the state Capitol, Melissa Hortman woke up every day determined to make our state a better place," Walz said. "She served the people of Minnesota with grace, compassion, and tirelessness. Minnesota's thoughts are with her loved ones."

Who was Melissa Hortman?​

Hortman, 55, represented Minnesota House District 34B as a member of the Democratic Party. Her district covers Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids and Champlin.
Until Hortman was killed, the Minnesota state House was evenly divided 67-67. In the state Senate, Democrats hold a one-seat majority.
Hortman also served as the Speaker Emerita of the Minnesota House.
Hortman was elected to the Minnesota Legislature in 2004 and was in her 11th term. She and her husband leave behind two children."

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Melissa Hortman, Minnesota lawmaker killed in targeted shootings, is remembered as devoted public servant

A manhunt is underway after the fatal shooting of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband overnight. State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were also injured in what Gov. Tim Walz called "politically motivated" shootings.
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A look at the political careers of Minnesota Rep. Hortman, Sen. Hoffman​

Tom Hauser and Krystal Frasier KSTP
1 hour ago

"Lawmakers tell Chief Political reporter Tom Hauser they are heartbroken and frightened for their own safety."

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A look at the political careers of Minnesota Rep. Hortman, Sen. Hoffman

Both Hortman and Hoffman, who were shot early Saturday morning in their homes, have been in the 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS studio as guests for At Issue and have been interviewed countless times at the state Capitol.
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Horrific!

I'm so sorry for their families, friends and constituents that they represented. And for the family of the murderer. I pray that somehow in the pain people would turn to Christ for salvation.

And that they catch the murderer. Bring him to justice before he is able to suicide. Perhaps he will repent.
 
Ongoing local coverage.
Onamia is north- northwest of Brooklyn Center, north of the Twin Cities Metro, going toward Canada.


Sources: Vance Boelter’s wife detained for questioning after traffic stop near Onamia​

Tom Hauser and Krystal Frasier KSTP
37 minutes ago

"A manhunt is underway for Vance Boelter, who is suspected of shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers – one of them fatally – as well as their spouses. Now, multiple law enforcement sources have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS a traffic stop at a convenience store located near Onamia late Saturday morning involved a vehicle which was carrying Boelter’s wife, as well as three other relatives.
Sources say a traffic stop was done between 10 and 11 a.m. A witness says about a dozen law enforcement squads converged on the vehicle and remained on the scene for two to three hours.
Two sources tell 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS the vehicle contained a weapon, ammunition, cash and passports."

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Sources: Vance Boelter's wife detained for questioning after traffic stop near Onamia

Multiple law enforcement sources have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS a traffic stop at a convenience store located near Onamia late Saturday morning involved a vehicle which was carrying Boelter's wife, as well as three other relatives.
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MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter texted roommates, 'I may be dead shortly'​

By Jeff Wald
Updated June 14, 2025 8:23pm CDT
FOX 9

"MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Vance Boelter was at a Minneapolis home on Saturday morning where he rented a room part-time, and texted his roommates, I made some bad choices, I may be dead soon."

"In the hours after the shooting, FOX 9’s Mary McGuire has learned Boelter went to a Minneapolis home on the 4800 block of Fremont Avenue where he rented a room part-time. He sent a text to his roommates saying, "David and Ron, I love you guys. I’ve made some choices and you guys don’t know anything about this, but I’m going to be gone for a while. I may be dead shortly. So I just want to let you know that I love you guys both. And wish it hand’s gone this way. I don’t want to say anything more, and implicate you in any way because you guys don’t know anything about this, but I love you guys and I’m sorry for all the trouble this has caused."
Police served a search warrant at the home in connection with the investigation, and used battering rams to get inside the home.
Boelter had vehicles at the home, and broke out one of the windows, but it’s not clear if he left the area in one of the vehicles. Authorities say the image of him wearing a cowboy hat is from surveillance cameras at the Minneapolis home.
The renters are back at the home Saturday evening, cleaning up damage. They also told FOX 9 his main family home is in Green Isle, and he’s married with five kids, and has several pets."

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MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter texted roommates, 'I may be dead shortly'

Vance Boelter was at a Minneapolis home Saturday morning where he rented a room part-time, and texted his roommates, I made some bad choices, I may be dead soon.
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Local updates

Surviving Senator Hoffman was shot 9 times and his wife eight times. The wife shielded their daughter during the attack. God was surely with them and must have something for them to do. (Article #3 and #4, below)


Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) just got done with a press conference
It pops up in the article

Manhunt for Vance Boelter, wanted in Minnesota lawmakers' shootings, enters 2nd day​

By Aki Nace
Updated on: June 15, 2025 / 11:26 AM CDT / CBS Minnesota

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Manhunt for Vance Boelter, wanted in Minnesota lawmakers' shootings, enters 2nd day

For the second straight day, law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
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Vance Boelter's car found 1 day after targeted lawmaker shootings in Minnesota, according to government alert​

By WCCO Staff
Updated on: June 15, 2025 / 5:42 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota

"Authorities say they have found a vehicle belonging to the suspect identified in the targeted shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Residents of Sibley County were sent an emergency alert stating the shooter's vehicle had been located near Minnesota Highway 25 and 301st Avenue in Faxon Township. The alert encouraged residents to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, adding that law enforcement will be going to area residences to ask to search properties.
The Minnesota State Patrol and U.S. Marshals Service were among the agencies on scene in Sibley County Sunday morning. A discarded cowboy hat was also located on the scene, nearly 60 miles southwest from where the shootings took place."

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Vance Boelter's car found 1 day after targeted lawmaker shootings in Minnesota, according to government alert

Residents of Sibley County are encouraged to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, adding that law enforcement will be going to area residences to ask to search properties.
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Wife of Minnesota senator shielded their daughter from bullets in targeted shooting, nephew says​

By
Esme Murphy
June 15, 2025 / 3:56 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota
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Wife of Minnesota senator shielded their daughter from bullets in targeted shooting, nephew says

Amid the horror and senseless violence in the shootings of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman and their spouses, there are stories of heroism.
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Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Sen. Hoffman's wife shares details about recovery​

By Madison Hunter
Published June 15, 2025 5:42pm CDT
FOX 9

"Sen. John Hoffman's wife, Yvette, sent U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar a text update on her and her husband's condition.
In the update, Yvette said she was shot eight times, and John was shot nine times.
She also said that John is "enduring many surgeries right now" but is getting closer to being out of the woods.
She said in the text she and her husband are "gutted and devastated by the loss of Melissa and Mark." She continued to say, "We have no words. There is never a place for this kind of political hate."

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Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Sen. Hoffman's wife shares details about recovery

Sen. John Hoffman's wife, Yvette, sent an update to U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar on their condition after being shot multiple times Saturday.
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Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman, his wife undergo surgery after shooting at their home​

By Alicia Esteban
Updated on: June 15, 2025 / 6:11 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota
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Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman, his wife undergo surgery after shooting at their home

Police first responded to a call of a shooting at Hoffman's home in Champlin at around 2 a.m. Saturday, Drew Evans, the superintendent of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, said in the briefing.
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Champlin neighbors speak after hearing gunfire at home of Sen. John Hoffman, wife​

Richard Reeve and Krystal Frasier KSTP
Updated: June 15, 2025 - 1:10 AM
Published: June 15, 2025 - 12:44 AM

"As of Saturday night, Minnesota state senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were still hospitalized at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids after being shot at their Champlin home early that morning by a man who is also accused of fatally shooting Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband in Brooklyn Park.
Police had sealed off the area outside of their home, located along 109th Place North, for much of the day. Neighbors say around 2 a.m. Saturday, they heard multiple gunshots.
One man who spoke with 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS says he heard those shots, looked outside, and saw what looked like a police squad, with lights, backing out of the Hoffman’s driveway and then taking off."

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Champlin neighbors speak after hearing gunfire at home of Sen. John Hoffman, wife

Bullet holes were visible in the Hoffman's front door, and door camera video from their next-door neighbor shows police going door to door, looking for information.
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Listen: Minnesota lawmaker shootings first responders audio​


By Nathan O'Neal
Published June 15, 2025 4:07pm CDT
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Listen: Minnesota lawmaker shootings first responders audio

Emergency audio obtained by the FOX 9 Investigators reveals the dramatic moments after two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses were shot in targeted attacks. The audio depicts the efforts to try and save victims’ lives while one medic said at one point, “They don’t know where the shooter is."
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A full timeline of events in the shootings of 2 Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses​

By WCCO Staff
June 15, 2025 / 12:53 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota

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A full timeline of events in the shootings of 2 Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses

Authorities are still searching for the suspect after the targeted shootings of Minnesota lawmakers Rep. Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman.
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