A two-day manhunt came to a close with the arrest of Vance Boelter (57), who is accused of killing a politician and injuring another, as well as targeting two more politicians during the attack, according to a federal prosecutor.

Boelter surrendered to authorities after being found in the woods near his home following the intense manhunt that began near Minneapolis.

The suspect allegedly shot and killed Melissa Hortman, the top Democrat in the Minnesota House, along with her husband, Mark, in their home. Governor Tim Walz described the crime as a 'politically motivated assassination'.

Another Democratic politician, state senator John Hoffman, and his wife Yvette were also shot and wounded by the suspect, who posed as a police officer.

Additional Details

During a press conference, acting US Attorney Joseph Thompson revealed that one of the targeted politicians was not home, and the suspect fled the other house when police arrived.

Authorities did not disclose the names of the two politicians who were allegedly stalked by Boelter.

Boelter is facing federal murder and stalking charges, in addition to state charges of murder and attempted murder.

It remains uncertain whether the Justice Department will pursue the death penalty, but the option is on the table based on the charges.

Reactions and Recovery

According to Governor Walz, Boelter was captured following a 'two-day manhunt, two sleepless nights'. He emphasized the need to address political differences without resorting to violence.

Senator Hoffman, who sustained nine gunshot wounds, underwent surgery and is now in recovery.

Background and Arrest

Boelter, who has ties to evangelical ministries and claimed to be a security expert, was found with multiple weapons and a list of public officials after the shootings.

After an extensive search involving over 20 Swat teams and surveillance aircraft, Boelter surrendered near his home in Green Isle without incident.

The operation, which included hundreds of detectives and various law enforcement agencies, marked the largest manhunt in the state's history.

Conclusion

This tragic incident adds to a series of high-profile political violence cases in the US, underscoring the need for peaceful conflict resolution.