Bio/Wiki
Full Name | Vance Luther Boelter |
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Known For | Being accused of fatally shooting democratic leaders in Minnesota, USA |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 6' 1" (185 cm) |
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Eye Color | Light Brown |
Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
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Personal Life
Religion | Christianity |
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Hometown | Minnesota, USA |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married |
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Wife | Jenny Boelter |
Family
Spouse | Jenny Boelter |
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Children | Five |
Career
Overview | Vance Boelter has had a multifaceted career encompassing roles in business, security, and religious leadership. He began his professional journey as a supervisor at Nestle, Gerber in 1999, and has since taken on various leadership roles across the food and retail industries, contributing significantly until 2021. His work included positions like Operations Leader at Johnsonville Sausage and General Manager at 7 Eleven. Notably, he was appointed by Governor Mark Dayton to Minnesota’s Workforce Development Council and was reappointed in 2019, underscoring his involvement in state affairs. Alongside his wife, he co-founded a private security firm, although it has faced scrutiny regarding its operations. |
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Social Media
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-vance-boelter-e-d-d-b7814715/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Vance Boelter was born and raised in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, embracing his small-town roots. | |
He has actively engaged in conservative Christian circles, often voicing strong political and religious convictions. | |
His family has historically worked in funeral services, assisting in transportation and other duties. | |
Vance has presented himself as experienced in conflict-zone security, including areas in Africa and the Middle East. | |
He has traveled to Israel and Africa for missionary work, preaching in local churches. | |
In 2023, he publicly expressed vehement opposition to LGBTQ+ rights and abortion. | |
On June 14, 2025, he allegedly planned to assassinate multiple lawmakers, creating a hit list targeting specific Democratic leaders. | |
Following a series of violent incidents, including the alleged shooting of lawmaker Melissa Hortman, he became a primary suspect in a national manhunt. | |
On June 15, 2025, he was arrested in the woods near Green Isle, Minnesota, facing serious charges of murder and attempted murder. |