Vance Luther Boelter, 57, was captured in Sibley County after a two-day manhunt following a shooting spree in Minnesota that killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. Boelter, who allegedly wore a police uniform and mask, targeted lawmakers' homes in Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Maple Grove, and New Hope. Authorities found an arsenal and a list of other public officials in his vehicle. He faces state and federal murder charges.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Vance Luther Boelter, 57, was captured in Sibley County after a two-day manhunt following a shooting spree in Minnesota that killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. Boelter, who allegedly wore a police uniform and mask, targeted lawmakers' homes in Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Maple Grove, and New Hope. Authorities found an arsenal and a list of other public officials in his vehicle. He faces state and federal murder charges.
Trending- 1 2016, 2019: Gov. Walz and former Gov. Dayton appointed Boelter to workforce development board
- 2 2023: Boelter's term on the board expired
- 3 Saturday (June 14, 2025) 2:06 a.m.: 911 call from Hoffmans' daughter
- 4 Saturday 2:24 a.m.: Boelter knocked on unnamed state lawmaker's door in Maple Grove
- 5 Minutes after 2:24 a.m.: Boelter traveled to state senator's home in New Hope, police officer conducted wellness check
- 6 Saturday 3:35 a.m.: Officers arrived at Hortmans' home, witnessed suspect shoot victim, exchanged gunfire
- 7 Saturday 6:18 a.m.: Boelter texted family members
- 8 Saturday morning: Boelter met Witness 1, purchased e-bike and sedan
- 9 Saturday morning: Officials held news conference announcing Hortmans' deaths
- 10 Saturday morning: Gov. Walz urged public not to attend political rallies
- 11 Saturday morning: Jennifer Boelter's car searched, weapons/cash/passports recovered
- 12 Saturday afternoon: Vance Luther Boelter identified as suspect
- 13 Saturday 3 p.m.: Authorities officially named Boelter as suspect
- 14 Saturday: FBI announced $50,000 reward
- 15 Sunday morning: Information received about e-bike rider near Green Isle
- 16 Sunday before 11 a.m.: Sibley County authorities issued be-on-the-lookout alert
- 17 Sunday morning: Suspect's vehicle and cowboy hat found in Faxon Township
- 18 Sunday evening: Minnesota authorities held news conference
- 19 Sunday after 9 p.m.: Boelter located and arrested in a field near Green Isle home
- 20 Sunday night: Officials held news conference announcing arrest
- 21 Monday (June 16, 2025): Hennepin County District Court issued criminal complaint (4 felony counts of second-degree murder)
- 22 Monday: Hennepin County Attorney's Office announced pursuit of first-degree murder charges
- 23 Monday: Bail set at $5 million
- 24 Monday: U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson announced new federal charges (stalking, murder, gun-related crimes)
- Two deaths (Melissa and Mark Hortman)
- Two injuries (John and Yvette Hoffman)
- Vance Boelter captured and faces state and federal murder charges
- Largest manhunt in Minnesota's history
- Increased security concerns for public officials
- Public urged not to attend political rallies
What: Vance Luther Boelter, 57, was captured after a two-day manhunt in Minnesota. He is accused of shooting and killing former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, and shooting and injuring state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. Boelter allegedly targeted multiple lawmakers' homes while wearing a police uniform and mask. An arsenal of weapons and a list of other public officials were found in his vehicle. He faces state and federal murder charges.
When: Shootings occurred early Saturday morning (June 14, 2025, inferred); Manhunt concluded Sunday evening (June 15, 2025); Federal charges announced Monday (June 16, 2025).
Where: Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Maple Grove, New Hope, Sibley County, Green Isle, Minneapolis, Robinsdale, Faxon Township, Minnesota, United States.
Why: The motive is not explicitly stated, but the targeting of lawmakers and the discovery of a list of other public officials suggest a politically motivated or targeted attack. Yvette Hoffman mentioned "political hate."
How: Boelter allegedly used firearms, wore a police uniform and mask, and drove to multiple locations. He fled after exchanging gunfire with police at the Hortmans' home. He attempted to evade capture by purchasing an e-bike and a car. Law enforcement conducted a large-scale manhunt involving multiple agencies and SWAT teams.