Mark Hortman, current leader linked to the political-violence case surrounding the Minneapolis attacks; news centers on the killing by a suspect who targeted him and his wife, Melissa Hortman.
Vance Boelter has pleaded guilty in federal court to murdering Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. A sentencing date has not been set; prosecutors say the Department will not seek the death penalty under a proposed plea agreement. Boelter was captured the day after the shootings in Green Isle.
Vance Boelter has been sentenced to two consecutive life terms plus 40 years after pleading guilty to six counts tied to the killings of House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and the shootings of state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Victims’ families and lawmakers describe lasting fear as Boelter faces the consequences of his actions.