Manhunt for Suspect in Targeted Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers

Targeted Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers

• 🎯 A nationwide manhunt is underway for Vance Belter, 57, accused of a targeted attack on Minnesota lawmakers.
• 🚨 Authorities state Belter posed as a law enforcement officer, using an SUV that resembled a police vehicle, complete with police lights.

Victims and Potential Targets

• 💔 Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman (Democrat) was shot and killed along with her husband, Mark.
• 🤕 Democratic State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were severely wounded in a separate incident prior to the Hortmans' murder.
• 📋 An extensive list of potential targets was found in Belter's SUV, including flyers referencing a "No Kings Day" protest, abortion rights advocates, abortion facilities, and officials outside of Minnesota.

Suspect's Background and Activities

• 🕵️ Belter is listed as director of security patrols for Ptorian Guard Security Services.
• 🏛️ He was appointed twice to the governor's workforce development commission.
• 🌍 Video from two years ago shows Belter preaching at a church in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Law Enforcement Response and Warnings

• 💰 The FBI has released a surveillance photo of Belter in tactical gear and is offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to his arrest.
• ⚠️ Police warn that Belter is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.