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A gunman in Minnesota shot two Democratic state lawmakers Saturday, killing Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and wounding Sen. John Hoffman and his wife in what officials described as targeted attacks according to Fox9.com.
The shootings took place at the lawmakers’ homes in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, towns near Minneapolis. Authorities issued a shelter-in-place alert within a three-mile radius of Edinburgh Golf Course in Brooklyn Park, warning residents not to approach anyone impersonating law enforcement.
The suspect is described as a white male with brown hair, wearing black body armor over a blue shirt and pants, and believed to be impersonating a police officer.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called the attacks “a politically motivated assassination” and confirmed law enforcement agencies are actively investigating.
The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office confirmed an ongoing investigation, with Brooklyn Park Police leading the response.
Local officials condemned the violence, emphasizing that any attacks on public servants or civilians are unacceptable.
Authorities continue to search for the armed suspect and urge the public to stay alert and report any suspicious behavior.
Police report that “No Kings” flyers were discovered in the suspect’s vehicle, though the motive remains under investigation. The suspect, described as a white male with brown hair wearing black body armor over a blue shirt and pants, is still at large..
Authorities have urged the public to postpone planned protests statewide until further notice and to report any suspicious activity.
Local leaders condemned the violence, stressing that attacks on public servants or civilians are unacceptable.
U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the attacks via his social media platform, expressing concern over what appears to be politically motivated violence against elected officials. He indicated that federal authorities are fully engaged in the investigation and emphasized that those responsible would face the full weight of the law.
Trump also voiced support for the state of Minnesota and its people, characterizing the attacks as unacceptable in any democratic society.
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