Minnesota shooting suspect's alleged actions
Authorities are revealing more about the suspect arrested for the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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Suspect in Minnesota lawmaker shootings taken into custody
The man authorities believe shot two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in politically motivated shootings early Saturday morning is now in custody.
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Details on charges in lawmaker shootings
Vance Boelter is facing several charges after being arrested for allegedly shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Minnesota officials' update on shootings
Minnesota officials say top prosecutors will handle the case against Vance Boelter, the suspect in two shootings involving Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. The state officials also mentioned federal charges against Boelter were expected.
Vance Boelter faces death penalty
Vance Boelter is facing several federal charges for allegedly carrying out two separate shootings targeting Minnesota lawmakers. The murder counts make Boelter eligible for the death penalty if prosecutors pursue it and he is convicted. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
More on manhunt for Vance Boelter
Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis joins CBS News with more on his experience seeking a suspect in a major crime investigation. This comes after Vance Boelter's capture following a manhunt for the suspect in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Minnesota shootings suspect to appear in court
The man accused of fatally shooting Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and wounding state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette, is expected to make his first court appearance Monday afternoon. Vance Boelter is set to be arraigned on two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of second-degree attempted murder, court records show. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Minnesota shooting suspect's roommate speaks
A man who says he lived with Vance Boelter, the suspect in custody for the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, spoke with CBS News' Lilia Luciano about his friend, who he said was a fan of President Trump and listened to the "Infowars" conservative conspiracy podcast.
Minnesota shooting suspect's charges
Vance Boelter, the man accused of fatally shooting former Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, is set to appear in court on Monday afternoon. Boelter has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder, as well as two counts of second-degree attempted murder for reportedly shooting Democratic Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, authorities said. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim reports, while retired FBI special agent Mary Ellen O'Toole joins with more.
Vance Boelter's car found after lawmaker shootings in Minnesota
Residents of Sibley County are encouraged to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, adding that law enforcement will be going to area residences to ask to search properties.
Early details on Minnesota shootings arrest
The man suspected of killing a Democratic lawmaker and her husband has been arrested. Police say he was taken into custody without incident, even though he was armed at the time. As CBS' Cristian Benavides reports police found a list of other possible targets in his vehicle including abortion rights advocates and abortion facilities.
Melissa Hortman, Minn. lawmaker killed in shootings, remembered as "devoted public servant"
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed, and State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were injured in what Gov. Tim Walz called "politically motivated" shootings.
Walz addresses arrest in Minnesota shootings
Gov. Tim Walz and other officials spoke to reporters Sunday night following the arrest of the suspected shooter of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Suspected Minnesota lawmaker shooter arrested
Police have arrested Vance Boelter, the man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News Minnesota reports.
Wife of Minnesota senator targeted in shooting provides update
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman's wife shared an update after a shooting injured the couple at their home early Saturday morning.
Manhunt for Vance Boelter, wanted in lawmakers' shootings, enters 2nd day
For the second straight day, law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Manhunt in Minneapolis enters second day
A manhunt in Minneapolis entered its second day after Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed while Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife are recovering in the hospital after being shot. Gov. Tim Walz called the attack an "act of "targeted political violence." Lilia Luciano reports from Minneapolis.
Lawmakers remember Minnesota shooting victims
Former Minnesota State Rep. Ryan Winkler, Sen. Zach Duckworth, R-Lakeville, and Sen. Amy Klobuchar spoke with CBS News Minnesota on Saturday after learning Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded in what officials described as "politically motivated" shootings earlier in the day.
Manhunt underway for suspect in lawmaker shootings
Early Saturday, Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were wounded, in separate shootings at their homes. Authorities are searching for a 57-year-old suspect in connection with what Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has called "politically motivated" shootings. Jennifer Mayerle reports.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar remembers slain lawmaker
Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota told CBS News Minnesota that slain state Rep. Melissa Hortman was "friends with everyone," balancing a busy career and life as a wife and mother. Hortman and her husband were killed Saturday in what officials called politically motivated shootings. Klobuchar also said she hopes for the quick recovery of state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife who were also shot and injured.
Manhunt underway for lawmaker shootings suspect
The suspect in the Minnesota lawmaker shootings is still at large on Saturday, hours after the crimes took place. CBS News' Crime and Public Safety Unit senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more on how police will conduct their search.
Update on Minnesota lawmaker shooting suspect
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed, and state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife were injured in politically motivated shootings on Saturday, officials said. The suspect was identified as 57-year-old Vance Boelter. Authorities gave an update about the ongoing investigation. CBS News Minnesota reporter Adam Duxter has more.
Suspect ID'd in Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Law enforcement officials are searching for 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter in the shootings of two Minnesota politicians and their spouses early Saturday, officials said. Here's the latest on the manhunt and investigation from CBS News Minnesota.
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