The tragic shooting spree that claimed the lives of a prominent Minnesota lawmaker and her husband has unveiled chilling details about the suspect, categorized by the FBI as a doomsday "prepper".
Minnesota Lawmaker's Shooter Identified as Doomsday Prepper
Minnesota Lawmaker's Shooter Identified as Doomsday Prepper
Suspect in Minnesota shootings had plans targeting lawmakers, FBI reveals.
The suspect accused of shooting to death a Minnesota lawmaker and her spouse has been identified as Vance Luther Boelter, a 57-year-old man with a history of extreme survivalist beliefs. According to an FBI report, Boelter's late wife described them as part of a niche community of individuals preparing for catastrophic events—often referred to as "preppers."
Last Saturday, Boelter allegedly killed Democratic House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman alongside her husband, Mark Hortman, and left Democratic State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, seriously injured. This violent incident triggered a significant manhunt, concluding with Boelter's capture in nearby woods.
Following the attack, his wife, Jenny Boelter, was stopped by police while transporting their children and carrying $10,000 in cash, passports, and firearms. In a concerning text before the shooting, Vance reportedly cautioned his wife to flee and hinted at an impending conflict, showcasing his alarming state of mind.
Boelter’s motivations appear linked to political grievances, as he allegedly compiled a list of potential targets, which included notable Democratic figures like Senator Amy Klobuchar and Governor Tim Walz. He was found wearing a police-style vest and tampering with identity as he accessed the homes of Senator Hoffman and Speaker Hortman.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz responded to the tragedy, describing it as an act of “targeted political violence.” Yvette Hoffman, despite facing severe injuries, survived the shooting after shielded her daughter during the attack, drawing national attention to the incident's profound ramifications on political discourse and public safety.
Last Saturday, Boelter allegedly killed Democratic House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman alongside her husband, Mark Hortman, and left Democratic State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, seriously injured. This violent incident triggered a significant manhunt, concluding with Boelter's capture in nearby woods.
Following the attack, his wife, Jenny Boelter, was stopped by police while transporting their children and carrying $10,000 in cash, passports, and firearms. In a concerning text before the shooting, Vance reportedly cautioned his wife to flee and hinted at an impending conflict, showcasing his alarming state of mind.
Boelter’s motivations appear linked to political grievances, as he allegedly compiled a list of potential targets, which included notable Democratic figures like Senator Amy Klobuchar and Governor Tim Walz. He was found wearing a police-style vest and tampering with identity as he accessed the homes of Senator Hoffman and Speaker Hortman.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz responded to the tragedy, describing it as an act of “targeted political violence.” Yvette Hoffman, despite facing severe injuries, survived the shooting after shielded her daughter during the attack, drawing national attention to the incident's profound ramifications on political discourse and public safety.
