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.
