Minnesota Murders: Boelter Accused of Stalking Victims
57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter has been arrested and accused of the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the attempted murder of Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette.
Chilling Details Emerge
Acting US attorney Joseph Thomson revealed chilling details, stating that Boelter allegedly stalked his victims like prey. Boelter surveilled their homes and took notes about them, meticulously planning his attacks.
Regarding Melissa Hortman, Boelter's notes included details such as 'married Marj 2 children 11th term'. Another note said: 'Big house off golf course 2 ways in to watch from one spot.'
Multiple Targets
Boelter first visited John Hoffman's house, impersonating a police officer. He claimed there was a shooting reported and inquired about weapons. The Hoffmans quickly realized he was not a legitimate officer, and when they resisted, Boelter opened fire before fleeing after their daughter called 911.
The target list recovered from Boelter's vehicle contained the names of dozens of Minnesota Democrats, including Hoffman, Hortman, Gov. Tim Walz, US Rep. Ilhan Omar and U.S. Sen. Tina Smith.
