The manhunt for a suspect involved in the deadly shooting of Minnesota lawmakers is escalating and spreading into South Dakota, as authorities seek Vance Luther Boelter, 57. He is accused of impersonating a police officer during an attack that left state Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband dead, while Senator John Hoffman and his wife were seriously injured.
A $50,000 reward has been posted for information leading to Boelter's capture, and the FBI has placed him on their most wanted list. The attacks appear politically motivated, as investigators discovered a list of targeted Democrats who support abortion rights in Boelter’s vehicle. Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed deep sadness over the loss and emphasized the significance of Representative Hortman's legacy.
Residents in Brooklyn Park are still coming to grips with the violence that rocked their quiet neighborhood, recounting fond memories of the Hortman family. The sad events have prompted conversations about the growing risks faced by public figures, raising questions about safety in the political sphere.
As the manhunt continues, Governor Tim Walz has voiced cautious optimism regarding the recovery of those injured, while the community mourns the profound loss of an esteemed public servant.
A $50,000 reward has been posted for information leading to Boelter's capture, and the FBI has placed him on their most wanted list. The attacks appear politically motivated, as investigators discovered a list of targeted Democrats who support abortion rights in Boelter’s vehicle. Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed deep sadness over the loss and emphasized the significance of Representative Hortman's legacy.
Residents in Brooklyn Park are still coming to grips with the violence that rocked their quiet neighborhood, recounting fond memories of the Hortman family. The sad events have prompted conversations about the growing risks faced by public figures, raising questions about safety in the political sphere.
As the manhunt continues, Governor Tim Walz has voiced cautious optimism regarding the recovery of those injured, while the community mourns the profound loss of an esteemed public servant.
