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Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
‘Heartbroken' Minnesota lawmaker, wife share details of attack
A Minnesota senator and his wife issued a statement Thursday, since being shot last weekend by a gunman also accused of killing state Rep. Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband Mark. 'We are heartbroken to know that our friends Melissa and Mark Hortman were assassinated,' Sen. John Hoffman (D) and his wife Yvette shared in a statement obtained by KARE 11. 'Our daughter Hope and Sophie Hortman went to school together, and we know that they – along with Colin Hortman – will have each other's support as we all work through the devastating consequences of that horrific night,' they added, referring to the Hortmans' children. Hoffman and his wife were immediately hospitalized due to their injuries. Yvette was released from the hospital Thursday, while John remains in critical condition. 'Choosing to work in the public sector, even in as limited a way as John's career as a senator, has always meant sacrificing a level of privacy. But now we are grappling with the reality that we live in a world where public service carries such risks as being targeted because someone disagrees with you or doesn't like what you stand for,' the Hoffmans said in their statement. 'As a society, as a nation, as a community, we must work together to return to a level of civility that allows us all to live peacefully. The future for our children depends on that. We will be praying for that work and appreciate all those who will join with us,' they added. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have condemned the shootings, and some states have taken steps to shield the home addresses of politicians. The case is being investigated as politically motivated. Sophia and Colin Hortman issued a statement about the shooting Tuesday. 'Hope and resilience are the enemy of fear. Our parents lived their lives with immense dedication to their fellow humans. This tragedy must become a moment for us to come together. Hold your loved ones a little closer,' they wrote. 'The best way to honor our parents' memory is to do something, whether big or small, to make our community just a little better for someone else.' Vance Boelter, the suspected gunman, was apprehended Sunday and indicted in the state on stalking and murder charges. He was also hit with a federal murder charge earlier this week. A list of other potential targets was also found in Boelter's car, including lawmakers and other top officials. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hoffman family issues statement following Melissa and Mark Hortman funeral
Hoffman family issues statement following Melissa and Mark Hortman funeral originally appeared on Bring Me The News. The Hoffman family, who were attacked by the same gunman on the night that Melissa and Mark Hortman were assassinated, have issued a statement following Saturday's emotional funeral for the late couple. Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette were both shot multiple times at their home in Champlin, with the attack allegedly carried out by Vance Boelter, who is accused of then fatally shooting Rep. Hortman and husband Mark in Brooklyn Park. An estimates 1,500 people attended the Hortmans' funeral at the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis on Saturday, with many thousands more tuning in online and on TV. A day earlier, they were laid in state at the Minnesota Capitol, with former President Joe Biden among those who paid their respects. The Hoffmans, whose daughter Hope was also lined up at gunpoint on the night of the attack, said the service for the Hortmans was "heartbreakingly beautiful." "We are devastated by the loss of Melissa, Mark, and their dog, Gilbert. Their tragic passing has left a profound sadness for all who knew them and whose lives they touched," they said. "To all of you who went to the State Capitol to pay your respects to Melissa, Mark and Gilbert, we want you to know we were there with you in spirit." Authorities believe that Boelter went to two other Democratic lawmakers' homes, those of Sen. Ann Rest and Rep. Kristin Bahner, in between the attacks he allegedly carried out at the Hoffman and Hortman homes. "We're continuing to recover from physical injuries and emotional trauma from this senseless act of violence. All of us are now in stable condition but face a long road ahead," the Hoffmans continued. "Hope's bruises from the attack continue to heal. We're so grateful she happened to be at our house that night. There's no doubt her call to 911 saved the lives of others. "We know justice will be served for both of our families as the legal process gets underway. Right now, our focus is on healing and honoring the lives that were taken." This story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
CBS News
20-06-2025
- CBS News
1 killed, 1 hurt in shooting near Minneapolis Convention Center
Hoffman family speaks out after assassination attempt, and more headlines Hoffman family speaks out after assassination attempt, and more headlines Hoffman family speaks out after assassination attempt, and more headlines One man is dead and another injured after a shooting just south of downtown Minneapolis early Friday. The city's police department said shots rang out around 12:15 a.m. near 14th Street and Nicollet Avenue. Arriving officers found two men with gunshot wounds. One died at the scene and the other was taken to a nearby hospital. The shooter left before police arrived. Though investigators don't know what led to the shooting, police said there was a gathering at the intersection. "A family's life has been forever changed by this unacceptable act of violence," Chief Brian O'Hara said. "As we enter the summer months, I urge everyone to find peaceful ways to resolve conflict. Every act of violence leaves a lasting impact—not just on those directly involved, but on our entire community." The decedent has not been publicly identified. Police ask anyone with information about the shooting to contact them, or submit tips anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Authorities in Minneapolis recently wrapped up Operation Safe Summer, a weeklong crime sweep specifically targeting illegal guns, as well as drugs and stolen cars.
