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2-Day Manhunt Ends with Capture of Suspect in Minnesota Lawmaker Shootings

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2-Day Manhunt

After a 2-day manhunt, authorities captured 57-year-old Vance Boelter on Sunday night near his home in Green Isle, Minnesota.

Boelter is accused of carrying out a politically motivated shooting spree that left two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses shot—two fatally—in what officials are calling a targeted attack.

The deadly incident began early Saturday morning and triggered a massive manhunt involving multiple local and federal agencies, including the FBI, which offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to Boelter’s arrest.

“The face of evil,” the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office posted with a photo of Boelter in custody. “After relentless and determined police work, the killer is now in custody.”

CBS News confirms Boelter's arrest here

 

Disguised as a Police Officer

Boelter reportedly approached both homes wearing a mask and dressed as a police officer, driving an SUV made to resemble a law enforcement vehicle. When confronted outside Rep. Melissa Hortman’s residence, he opened fire on officers before fleeing through the back of the house.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz described the killings as “a politically motivated assassination.” Rep. Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband, Mark, were fatally shot. Sen. John Hoffman (D) and his wife, Yvette, were also shot multiple times at their home five miles away but survived.

“People were told not to engage with any lone officers,” one official said, citing concerns about Boelter’s disguise.

Hit List and Political Motivation

According to USA Herald, authorities found a hit list in Boelter’s possession that included pro-choice lawmakers, reinforcing the belief that this was an ideologically motivated act of domestic terrorism.

Boelter’s wife, Jenny, was also questioned after being stopped by law enforcement, per Men’s Journal.

2-Day Manhunt Results in Arrest

During the manhunt, residents in the area were instructed to shelter in place, and officers were told to patrol in pairs. The Minnesota State Emergency Operations Center remained on high alert throughout the weekend.

Multiple agencies joined forces to apprehend Boelter, and public tips reportedly played a role in narrowing his location.

“Thanks to the dedication of multiple agencies working together along with support from the community, justice is one step closer,” the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office stated.

Boelter remains in custody and is expected to face multiple charges, including capital murder and attempted murder. Prosecutors have not yet confirmed whether federal terrorism charges will be filed.

 

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