Vance Boelter

Businessman, Security Expert, Pastor

American Minnesota, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionBusinessman, Security Expert, Pastor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth23/07/1967
Age58 years
BirthplaceMinnesota, USA

Latest News about Vance Boelter

07/08/2025

Vance Boelter pleaded not guilty to federal charges of murder, stalking, and firearms offenses related to the shootings of Minnesota legislators. He faces state charges of two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of attempted second-degree murder. Hennepin County attorney Mary Moriarty plans to upgrade the state charges to first-degree murder via a grand jury.

15/06/2025

Vance Luther Boelter, aged 57, was arrested in Green Isle, Minnesota, after allegedly carrying out targeted shootings against Minnesota legislators. He is accused of fatally shooting State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman, and attempting to murder State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette Hoffman. Authorities identified him as the primary suspect following the incidents on June 14, 2025.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameVance Luther Boelter
Known ForBeing accused of fatally shooting democratic leaders in Minnesota, USA

Physical Stats & More

Height6' 1" (185 cm)
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • St. Cloud State University, USA
  • Cardinal Stritch University, Wisconsin, USA
  • Des Moines Area Community College
Degrees
  • Bachelor of Elective Studies (1993-1996)
  • Master's of Science in Management (2008-2010)
  • Doctorate in Leadership (2011-2016)

Personal Life

ReligionChristianity

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
WifeJenny Boelter

Family

SpouseJenny Boelter
ChildrenFive

Career

OverviewVance 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. He served as general manager for Greencore in Shakopee, Minnesota from 2011 to 2016, and as general manager of a 7-Eleven store in southwestern Minneapolis until November 2021. In August 2023, he worked at two Minnesota funeral homes in Savage and Saint Paul, removing bodies for organ donation, until February 2025. He co-founded Revoformation Ministries, an evangelical nonprofit, with his wife.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Vance Boelter was born and raised in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, embracing his small-town roots.
2. He has actively engaged in conservative Christian circles, often voicing strong political and religious convictions.
3. His family has historically worked in funeral services, assisting in transportation and other duties.
4. Vance has presented himself as experienced in conflict-zone security, including areas in Africa and the Middle East.
5. He has traveled to Israel and Africa for missionary work, preaching in local churches.
6. In 2023, he publicly expressed vehement opposition to LGBTQ+ rights and abortion.
7. On June 14, 2025, he allegedly planned to assassinate multiple lawmakers, creating a hit list targeting specific Democratic leaders.
8. Following a series of violent incidents, including the alleged shooting of lawmaker Melissa Hortman, he became a primary suspect in a national manhunt.
9. On June 15, 2025, he was arrested in the woods near Green Isle, Minnesota, facing serious charges of murder and attempted murder.
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