The shocking incident of the Minnesota lawmaker shootings has left the nation in disbelief and mourning. Vance Boelter, the suspected killer of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, sent chilling text messages to his family in the aftermath of the tragic events. According to federal prosecutors, Boelter texted his family, stating, “Dad went to war last night,” just hours after his alleged deadly rampage through four towns in Minnesota.
The feds claim that Boelter visited the homes of four state lawmakers with the intention of killing them. He reportedly sent another message to his wife, expressing remorse and warning of potential danger, stating, “Words are not gonna explain how sorry I am for this situation ⊠there’s gonna be some people coming to the house armed and trigger-happy and I donât want you guys around.”
The incident escalated when Boelter impersonated a police officer and targeted four different Minnesota state senators and representatives in the early hours of Saturday morning. Tragically, one lawmaker and her husband lost their lives, while another politician and his wife suffered injuries in the violent attack.
After a manhunt, Boelter was eventually captured on Sunday night and taken into custody. He now faces multiple federal charges, including stalking, murder with a firearm, and firearms offenses, in addition to state charges. The community is left reeling from the senseless violence and mourning the loss of innocent lives.
The nation is left grappling with the aftermath of this horrific event, as law enforcement works to bring justice to those affected by the Minnesota lawmaker shootings. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
