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Man suspected of shooting Minnesota lawmakers arrested after huge manhunt

Man suspected of shooting Minnesota lawmakers arrested after huge manhunt

Summary

A man named Vance Luther Boelter was arrested in Minnesota after a large two-day search. He is suspected of killing a Democratic state lawmaker, Melissa Hortman, and her husband, as well as shooting State Senator John Hoffman and his wife. Boelter was found with a car linked to the crime and gave himself up without any violence.

Key Facts

  • Vance Luther Boelter is a suspect in the killings of a state lawmaker and her husband in Minnesota.
  • The arrest took place after a two-day manhunt, described as the largest in Minnesota history.
  • Boelter is also accused of shooting Senator John Hoffman and his wife, who survived.
  • Boelter was armed but surrendered peacefully when he was caught by police.
  • Investigators found a car he reportedly used, which led them to his location.
  • A list of "targets" was found in the car, but officials did not call it a manifesto.
  • State authorities notified officials in nearby states because of the list.
  • No officers were harmed during Boelter's arrest.
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