Homes belonging to Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman were attacked in what has been described as targeted shootings, prompting police and state officials to heighten safety measures in the surrounding communities.
Minnesota State Lawmakers' Homes Under Attack in Targeted Shootings
Minnesota State Lawmakers' Homes Under Attack in Targeted Shootings
Two Democratic lawmakers in Minnesota face violent threats as their homes are shot at early Saturday morning.
Early Saturday morning saw the homes of two Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party lawmakers shot at in Champlin and Brooklyn Park, neighboring cities close to Minneapolis, according to CBS News. The targeted individuals, Senator John Hoffman and former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, were not reported to be injured, and the identity of any individuals present at the time remains unclear.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz characterized the incidents as "targeted shootings" and indicated that there was an ongoing threat in the area. Local law enforcement, responding swiftly, issued a shelter-in-place order covering a three-mile radius around the Edinburgh Golf Course, and residents were cautioned to remain vigilant.
Brooklyn Park Police emphasized the significance of safety protocols, advising people not to open their doors to police officers unless at least two are present. Mounds View Mayor Zach Lindstrom mentioned reports of a suspect impersonating an officer in order to gain access to homes, a warning that has placed emphasis on the seriousness of these situations.
Governor Walz has activated the State Emergency Operations Center to effectively manage the response to these events, reflecting the gravity of the situation as law enforcement continues to monitor developments closely while keeping the public informed.
