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News in English (USA) / 16.06.2025 / 10:00

Minnesota Lawmaker Shootings Lead to Largest Manhunt in State History

Vance Boelter, the suspect in the politically motivated shootings of Minnesota lawmakers, has been arrested following a massive manhunt. Authorities had launched the search after the fatal attack on Democratic Representative Melissa Hortman, who was killed along with her husband, while Senator John Hoffman and his wife were injured. Boelter, who reportedly had a list of targeted Democrats, was captured crawling in a rural field, ending a large-scale pursuit that sent shockwaves through the state and the nation. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of political figures amidst rising violence against politicians.
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