Written by Ashton Snyder on
 June 27, 2025

Minnesota shooting suspect’s spouse dispels escape rumors

A shocking revelation has emerged in the case of the Minnesota shooting that left a state representative dead and a senator injured, as the gunman's wife breaks her silence about what really happened that fateful day.

According to the Daily Mail, Jenny Boelter has denied allegations that she attempted to flee after her husband, Vance Boelter, allegedly shot and killed Democratic State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, while also wounding State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. Jenny insists she was cooperating with authorities from the start, meeting them voluntarily at a gas station rather than being pulled over as previously reported.

The truth has finally emerged about what transpired in the hours following the horrific shootings on June 14, as Jenny released a statement through her lawyers expressing shock and dismay at her husband's alleged actions. She emphasized that the violence completely contradicted their family's Christian beliefs and values, calling it "a betrayal of everything we hold true."

Wife Reveals Shocking Details About That Day

Jenny Boelter's account directly contradicts earlier reports that claimed she was stopped by police while attempting to flee with relatives. Law enforcement sources had initially stated that officers found weapons, ammunition, cash, and passports in her vehicle during a traffic stop near Onamia, about 75 miles from the crime scenes.

According to Jenny's statement, she immediately drove to meet law enforcement agents at a nearby gas station after receiving their call on the morning of June 14. She maintains that no traffic stop occurred and that she and her family have fully cooperated with investigators from the beginning.

The wife of the accused shooter expressed deep sympathy for the victims' families through her lawyers, stating that she and her children were "absolutely shocked, heartbroken and completely blindsided" by the violence. She emphasized their continued prayers for all those affected by the tragedy.

Victims Share Harrowing Details of Attack

State Senator John Hoffman's wife Yvette provided chilling details about the attack in a recent social media post, revealing how the gunman allegedly lined up her family "execution-style" in their entryway. The horrifying account described how she, her husband, and their adult daughter Hope were forced to stand with their hands up before shots were fired.

Yvette has publicly criticized authorities for not charging Boelter with the attempted murder of her daughter Hope, who witnessed her parents being shot. She credits Hope's quick thinking in emphasizing her father's position as a senator while calling 911 for potentially preventing more casualties.

The shooting spree began at the Hoffman residence in Champlin and continued about eight miles away at the Hortman home in Brooklyn Park. Both John and Yvette Hoffman survived their injuries, though the senator remains hospitalized in serious but stable condition.

Major Investigation Developments Emerge

Federal prosecutors have expanded the case against Vance Boelter, with Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Thompson announcing six new federal charges, including murder, stalking, and shooting offenses. Investigators revealed that Boelter allegedly visited two other lawmakers' homes that day with deadly intentions.

The accused gunman reportedly posed as a police officer during the attacks while wearing a Halloween-style mask. After a nearly two-day manhunt that put the entire state on edge, Boelter surrendered to authorities in a wooded area near his home on June 15.

Law enforcement officials continue gathering evidence as both state and federal charges mount against the former gubernatorial appointee. The case has sent shockwaves through Minnesota's political community while raising questions about the security of public officials.

Latest Updates on Investigation Timeline

Jenny Boelter's statement helps clarify the timeline of events following the shootings, directly addressing previous claims about her alleged attempt to flee. Her account of voluntarily meeting with police stands in stark contrast to earlier reports of a dramatic traffic stop.

The investigation has revealed increasingly disturbing details about the premeditated nature of the attacks, with prosecutors alleging that Boelter targeted multiple lawmakers' homes that day. His surrender brought an end to an intense manhunt but opened new questions about his motives and planning.

Current evidence suggests this was not a random act of violence but rather a calculated series of attacks against specific political figures. As both state and federal cases proceed against Vance Boelter, investigators continue examining all aspects of these tragic events that have forever changed multiple Minnesota families.

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