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Sunday, July 6, 2025

Finally Captured: Vance Boelter, Fake Cop Who Killed Minnesota Politicians

In a politically motivated killing spree, posing as a police officer, he killed two and wounded two. The FBI offered a $50,000 reward and launched a manhunt. Police finally captured Vance Boelter!

Vance Boelter, Fake Cop Who Killed Minnesota Politicians is in the picture

Source: Google.com

This post can be read in Tocsin Magazine, and all Medium members can read the full article here.

Introduction

What could have driven an apparently peaceful family man, a devoted father and husband, a good Christian practicing his faith, to become an indiscriminate killer overnight? Explaining such behavior is no easy task. Even his pastor, McNay Nkashama, said he was completely stunned by these events.

The attack

Vance Luther Boelter, 57, allegedly donned a police uniform to gain entry to the home of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman in Brooklyn Park, fatally shooting her and her husband, Mark Hortman. Before that attack, he drove to Champlin and opened fire on State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette; both survived and are now in stable condition after life‑saving surgery. apnews.com

Police encountered Boelter at the Hortmans’ doorstep; he returned fire and fled on foot. He was on the run, and the FBI had issued a wanted poster with a $50,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. apnews.com

Vance Boelter is finally captured and arrested thanks to the excellent police work.

Parked outside Hortman’s home was a black Ford Explorer equipped with police lights — ce Boelter’s apparent attempt to impersonate law enforcement and gain his victims’ trust. washingtonpost.com

Inside the vehicle, officers discovered a “manifesto” listing roughly 70 names, mostly Democrats or individuals associated with Planned Parenthood or the pro‑choice movement. Allegedly, the list included high‑profile figures such as Rep. Ilhan Omar and Sen. Tina Smith, along with Planned Parenthood leaders (unverified). theguardian.com

Also found were “No Kings” flyers used by anti‑Trump protesters; authorities suspect these gatherings may have been among his intended targets. All planned “No Kings” demonstrations have been canceled out of fear of further attacks. theguardian.com

Murdered couple, Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman

 The picture of the murdered couple, Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman

Source: Google.com

Who Is Vance Luther Boelter?

  • Age & Residence: 57, Green Isle, MN
  • Education: B.A. in International Relations, St. Cloud State (1996); M.S. and Ph.D. in Leadership, Cardinal Stritch University. en.wikipedia.org

Career:

  • CEO, Red Lion Group (agriculture, security, media in the Democratic Republic of Congo)
  • Director of Security, Praetorian Guard Security Services (private firm operating police‑type SUVs)
  • Consultant for Nestlé, Del Monte, Marathon Petroleum (7‑Eleven), Johnsonville Sausage
  • General Manager, 7‑Eleven (2016–2021)
  • Appointed by Gov. Mark Dayton (2016) and reappointed by Gov. Tim Walz (2019–2023) to Minnesota’s Workforce Development Board en.wikipedia.org

Since 1993, Boelter allegedly served as a pastor, preaching in mission fields across Afghanistan, Africa, and the Middle East — even among extremist factions. He also ran Metro First Call Funeral Home. Publicly, he encouraged “faith and voting” while speaking critically of abortion and LGBTQ+ rights. en.wikipedia.org

In a 2023 sermon in eastern DR Congo, he decried Americans confused about gender and sexuality, claiming, “The enemy has invaded their minds and souls.” en.wikipedia.org

Acquaintances, including Pastor Nkashama, described him as a kind volunteer who would “not harm even an ant.” Nkashama said, “I simply can’t believe it.” en.wikipedia.org

Measures Taken by Authorities

  • The FBI has placed Boelter on its Most Wanted list with a $50,000 reward for tips leading to his capture. apnews.com
  • He was considered armed and dangerous; manhunts were active throughout the Twin Cities metro, and the public has been urged to remain vigilant. en.wikipedia.org
  • Surrounding communities have been placed on lockdown. Large gatherings are discouraged.
  • All “No Kings” protests have been called off over safety concerns. theguardian.com
  • Police warned residents not to open their doors to lone uniformed officers; real officers work in pairs.

Political Reactions

The shootings were widely condemned as a politically motivated assassination attempt. Gov. Tim Walz called it “a targeted political execution” and ordered flags flown at half‑mast.

Leaders from both parties — Trump, Schumer, Johnson, Klobuchar, and Pelosi — denounced the violence as an attack on democracy.

President Trump’s Statements

1.“Absolutely terrible.”

On his way to a military parade, Trump said, “Absolutely terrible, absolutely terrible. They’re looking for that man right now.” washingtonpost.com

2. “Such horrific violence will not be tolerated.”

In a White House statement, he added, “I have been briefed on the terrible shooting that took place in Minnesota… Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God bless the great people of Minnesota.” washingtonpost.com

3. Commitment to prosecute.

He noted that Attorney General Pam Bondi and the FBI are on the ground and vowed to “prosecute anyone involved to the fullest extent.”

4. Denouncing political violence.

Trump labeled the attack a “targeted attack” and stressed that such acts have “no place in a democracy.”

Conclusion

Thanks to quality police work and investigation, the perpetrator was finally caught, and the situation is slowly normalizing without further victims. This bloody spree shows the extent to which the situation in the USA is polarized between supporters of the Democratic and Republican parties.

These attacks are not only a tragedy, but also a direct consequence of a policy that silences, encourages, and normalizes extremism, intolerance, and the demonization of political opponents. When rhetoric becomes a weapon, words do not remain without consequences. If we do not learn from this, the blame will not lie only with the perpetrator, but also with the system that fed him. It is time to stop saying we are shocked and start acting while we still have someone to protect.

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