Chilling Footage: Suspect Posed as Police Before Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting

Rapid Summary

• Incident Details: Vance Boelter, the suspect in two targeted shootings in Minnesota, disguised himself as a law enforcement officer using a tactical uniform, badge, and a latex mask.
• Locations of Shootings: The first attack occurred at 2 AM at Senator John Hoffman’s home in champlin, where Hoffman and his wife were seriously injured but survived. The second attack took place around 3:35 AM at House Speaker Melissa Hortman’s residence in Brooklyn Park; Hortman and her husband were fatally shot inside their home.
• Evidence Found: Boelter left behind a manifesto with over 70 targets focused on pro-choice lawmakers and abortion providers. He used an SUV rigged to mimic police vehicles to approach victims under false pretenses. Security footage captured him outside Hortman’s house before real officers intervened.
• Public Advisory: Police have urged the public to avoid opening doors for alleged law enforcement officials unless they arrive in marked vehicles.
• Status of Investigation: A massive manhunt by local, state, and federal authorities is underway for Boelter; the FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for tips leading to his arrest.

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