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Minnesota police find car of suspect in shootings of two lawmakers

Minnesota police find car of suspect in shootings of two lawmakers

Summary

Police in Minnesota are looking for a suspect named Vance Luther Boelter in connection with shootings that targeted two state lawmakers and their spouses. The attacks resulted in two deaths and left two others injured. Authorities found a car connected to Boelter in Sibley County and are searching for him with assistance from the FBI, who has included him on their most wanted list.

Key Facts

  • The shootings targeted two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
  • Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed; John Hoffman and his wife were injured but survived.
  • Vance Luther Boelter, the suspect, allegedly wore a police disguise during the attacks.
  • Boelter's car was found in Sibley County, about 50 miles from where the crimes occurred.
  • A list of state Democratic politicians was found in another vehicle linked to the suspect.
  • Boelter's wife and relatives were briefly detained but then released during a separate traffic stop.
  • The FBI placed Boelter on their most wanted list and offered a $50,000 reward for information.
  • The attacks are believed to be politically motivated.
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