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New York Times
3 hours ago
- Politics
- New York Times
A Timeline of the Minnesota Shootings
A man suspected of assassinating a Minnesota lawmaker on Saturday and of shooting another was identified by the authorities as Vance Boelter, 57. He is also suspected of killing the spouse of one of the lawmakers and wounding the spouse of the other. The New York Times Before the attacks, the suspect emptied his bank account, according to a federal law enforcement official. The suspect also gave four months' worth of advance rent payments — about $220 a month — to David Carlson, who said he had been one of the suspect's best friends since the fourth grade, for a small room in a shared house in Minneapolis. The suspect rented a room in the home and stayed there several days a week. Here is what we know about the suspect's actions during and after the shootings, based on information from the authorities and interviews by The New York Times, as a manhunt by law enforcement officials extended into Sunday night. The Shootings According to an alert issued by the Champlin Police Department, officers responded at 2:07 a.m. to a report of gunfire in Champlin, Minn., at the home of State Senator John A. Hoffman. The officers found Mr. Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, wounded by gunshots. They were transported to a nearby hospital. CHAMPLIN Around 2 a.m. Saturday Officers respond to a report of gunfire and find Senator Hoffman and his wife shot. Around 3:30 a.m. Police exchange gunfire with a man at the home of Representative Hortman. BROOKLYN PARK 1 mi. CHAMPLIN Around 2 a.m. Saturday Officers respond to a report of gunfire and find Senator Hoffman and his wife shot. Around 3:30 a.m. Police exchange gunfire with a man at the home of Representative Hortman. BROOKLYN PARK 1 mi. CHAMPLIN Around 2 a.m. Saturday Officers respond to a report of gunfire and find Senator Hoffman and his wife shot. Around 3:30 a.m. Police exchange gunfire with a man at the home of Representative Hortman. BROOKLYN PARK 1 mi. The New York Times; aerial scene from Google Earth Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Who is Vance Luther Boelter, the man wanted in the 'assassination' of a Minnesota lawmaker?
At various times, Vance Luther Boelter has claimed to work in the food service industry. In other moments, he's claimed he runs large firms involved with 'security situations' overseas, including Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. His past is as mysterious as his whereabouts. The FBI is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Boelter, now the subject of an intense manhunt as the prime suspect in the assassination of a Minnesota lawmaker, the murder of another person and the shootings of two others. Minnesota authorites say they believe it was Boelter who impersonated law enforcement to gain access to the victims' homes, exchanged gunfire with police and fled on foot outside Minneapolis. David Carlson, 59, told Reuters that he has been sharing a house in Minneapolis with Boelter for a little more than a year and last saw him on Friday night. Then about 6 a.m. on Saturday, he received a text from Boelter. "He said that he might be dead soon," said Carlson, who called police. Carlson, who has known Boelter since fourth grade, said Boelter worked for an eye donation center and stayed at the house because it was close to his job. Carlson said he feels betrayed by Boelter and heartbroken for the victims, adding: "His family has got to suffer through this." The cryptic message sent to his roommate is just one of many unanswered questions surrounding Boelter. Officials have described the attacks as a politically motivated assassination. Boelter, who is considered armed and dangerous, is being sought by authorities following the 'targeted shootings' at lawmakers' homes in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, two neighboring suburban cities. The shootings killed state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, while wounding State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. Both lawmakers are members of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party. Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley said the suspect exchanged gunfire with police and fled on foot outside of Minneapolis. Bruley added that the suspect also had an SUV that is identical to real police vehicles, as well as an official-looking vest, outfit and equipment. Boelter lived just outside of Green Isle, a Minnesota city of around 600 people that's about an hour southwest of the Twin Cities, Mayor Shane Sheets told USA TODAY. Green Isle is a small community, Sheets said. Boelter had no known political involvement or affiliation in the city, he said. Online, Boelter presented himself as a security expert who had also worked for global companies. A LinkedIn page believed to belong to him showed he attended St. Cloud State University. University spokesperson Zach Dwyer confirmed Boelter graduated in 1996. He also appeared as a speaker for a Minnesota nonprofit serving African immigrant communities. Minnesota Africans United, a Brooklyn Park nonprofit, said in a statement that Boelter participated in an August 2022 virtual webinar about trade and investment in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Boelter's participation as a speaker was facilitated by a third-party, the statement said. He was never hired, paid or contracted by the nonprofit, which had no contact with him since the one-time appearance. A biography for the session described Boelter as having worked in Congo and for a security guard company. In 2019, the office of Minnesota Democratic Governor Tim Walz named Boelter to his Governor's Workforce Development Board. The governor's website said the board assists in "developing, implementing, and modifying the State plan, review of statewide policies and programs, providing recommendations on actions to align and improve the workforce development system and programs," among other matters. The governor's website listed Boelter as a "business and industry representative." His appointment was effective from December 2019 to January 2023, according to a notice. A spokesperson for Walz said the governor's office appoints thousands of people of all parties to boards and commissions. The workforce development board has over 60 people on it. They are unpaid, external boards created by the legislature, and Walz doesn't interview applicants, the spokesperson said. They aren't appointments to a position in the governor's cabinet, the spokesperson said. Praetorian Guard Security Services, a residential armed home security company in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, listed Boelter as director of security patrols for the company, according to its website. The company offered licensed armed security patrols, uniformed security and event security, with the latter service coming soon. 'We drive the same make and model of vehicles that many police departments use in the U.S.,' the website said. 'Currently we drive Ford Explorer Utility Vehicles.' An email and phone call to Praetorian was not immediately returned Saturday. Officials said the suspect's SUV appeared to look like a police vehicle when officers responded. In the SUV, police found writings listing the names of other officials and papers saying 'No Kings,' an apparent reference to ongoing protests across the United States. The state Department of Public Safety had requested people in Minnesota to stay home from all planned demonstrations on Saturday, Gov. Tim Walz said. In a post last month, the LinkedIn account believed to belong to Boelter said he was looking for work in the food industry. Corey Schmidt of The St. Cloud Times, part of the USA TODAY Network, contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Who is the man wanted in the Minnesota lawmaker assaults? What we know
The Sun
18 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Minnesota ‘assassin' Vance Boelter's best friend reveals haunting text gunman sent after he ‘killed Melissa Hortman'
THE best friend and roommate of the suspected Minnesota assassin revealed the final chilling text he received from the alleged killer. Suspected gunman Vance Boelter is believed to have killed Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband at their home while disguised as a police officer, according to cops. 15 15 15 15 The killer also seriously injured Senator John Hoffman and his wife at their residence in Champlin just hours before, early on Saturday morning. The alleged shooter's friend, David Carlson, has now detailed his childhood pal's final goodbye message, according to KARE. Reading his text messages with Boelter, Carlson said: 'David and Ron, I love you guys. "I made some choices, and you guys don't know anything about this, but I'm going to be gone for a while. "May be dead shortly, so I just want to let you know I love you guys both and I wish it hadn't gone this way." Footage showed the suspected political assassin's friend read the eerie messages in front of his home in North Minneapolis. He continued to read the texts: "I don't want to say anything more and implicate you in any way because you guys don't know anything about this. "But I love you guys and I'm sorry for all the trouble this has caused." Fearing his friend may have done something to harm himself, Carlson immediately called the cops. The 59-year-old, who met Boelter, 57, all the way back in fourth grade, was shocked at the prospect that his friend could have carried out the ruthless killings. 'He wasn't a hateful person,' Carlson said. He added: 'But he needed help.' The haunting texts were revealed after the accused killer's wife was detained following a dramatic traffic stop - before cops said they found weapons and passports in her car. Jenny Boetler was stopped by police while driving with several relatives near Onamia, Minnesota, on Saturday at around 10am, according to KTSP. 15 15 15 15 In the car she also had cash and ammunition, local cops said, adding that the wife was also held for questioning but not arrested. It is currently unclear whether the Boetlers lived together - since Vance is understood to have lived at a residence in Camden, Minnesota. The couple are understood to have joint-ran Praetorian Guard Security Services, a Minnesota-based security company. Their website says: 'Here to set up security options and provide security services right to your doorstep and property to keep what you own safe and secure." The site also says that Boelter had experience working with "security situations" across Eastern Europe, Africa, North America and the Middle East. Online biographies also showed he was the CEO of Red Lion Group - which is based in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, he is said to have worked with Minnesota Africans United - a local organization working with African immigrants in the state. 2022 footage showed Boelter speaking about Red Lion Group's ventures in the DRC, claiming to have business ventures there in fishing, farming, media, security, and motorcycle-taxis. Last month, his online profiles said he was open to work. Boelter's longtime pal Carlson seemingly confirmed his search for work, and added that his friend was experiencing financial trouble, according to CNN. 15 15 15 Carlson said: 'He was looking around, but maybe things didn't work out and he just gave up and decided to go out in a blaze of glory. "I have no idea what he was thinking." Boelter was twice appointed to Minnesota government by different Democratic governors. In 2016 then Governor Mark Dayton appointed Boelter to the Workforce Development Council. Later in 2019, current Governor Tim Walz enlisted him to serve a four-year stint on the Workforce Development Board, according to documents. Despite his work under Walz, Carlson revealed that Boelter had voted for Donald Trump at the last election. The security services worker also last registered to vote in 2022 as a Republican, according to the New York Post. FBI announces $50k reward for arrest and conviction The FBI is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Vance L. Boelter, the suspect in Saturday's targeted shootings of Minnesota lawmakers and their families in Champlin and Brooklyn Park. Anyone with information about these shootings or Boelter's location should call the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) tip line at 877-996-6222 or email The public is asked to call 911 immediately if they see Boelter. Do not approach him. The FBI, BCA, Brooklyn Park Police Department and Champlin Police Department along with other local and state law enforcement officials continue searching for Boelter. Source: Minnesota Department of Public Safety Carlson added that he wasn't aware of what Boelter's political leanings on state politics were, however. He also shared that Boetler was also strongly anti-abortion - but not in a way that could have motivated him to kill. 'It wasn't the thing that defined him,' Carlson said. 'I mean, it wasn't his total existence. He would talk about other things.' Boelter lived at Carlson's home in North Minneapolis just a few days a week, according to the roommate. He explained how Boelter was not at the residence at the time officers executed a search warrant on Saturday. 15 15 Cops were called to Senator Hoffman's home at 2:08am on Saturday and responded to Rep. Hortman's home at 3:35am — where they exchanged gunfire with the suspect. The shooter was seen on home security footage released by the FBI outside one of the victim's homes, wearing a fake police uniform and an eerie latex mask. As cops launched an extensive manhunt for the killer who is still at large, they named 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter as a suspect in the shootings. He should be considered armed and dangerous and the public should not approach him, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has warned. A $50,000 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction has been announced by the FBI. A motive has not been released by cops, but the shootings come as millions take to the streets as part of the anti-Trump No Kings movement as the President holds a military parade in Washington DC. "We don't have any direct links, however there were some fliers that said 'No Kings' within the suspect vehicle, and as we know, the events planned throughout the state of Minnesota is a No Kings event," Minnesota State Patrol Col. Christina Bogojevic said. Boelter was last seen in the Twin Cities area wearing a light-colored cowboy hat, a dark long-sleeved shirt and light pants. He is described as 220lbs and 6 foot 1 and cops believe he is trying to flee the area and may be carrying a dark bag. The public should call 911 or sent tips to or call 877-996-6222.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Elfun Trusts Exits UnitedHealth Group Inc, Impacting Portfolio by -1.79%
Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Sign with MSFT. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) recently submitted its N-PORT filing for the first quarter of 2025, revealing strategic investment decisions made during this period. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) is a fund exclusively available to General Electric's U.S. employees and trustees, forming part of the Elfun Funds alongside the Elfun International Equity Fund. Initially managed by David Carlson until 2019, the fund is now under the stewardship of William Sandow and Christopher Sierakowski. The fund's investment strategy focuses on U.S. companies, selecting equity securities from various industries based on individual company merits. The portfolio manager also considers companies with potential future dividend payouts, emphasizing stock selection as a key performance driver. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) added a total of three stocks to its portfolio, with the most significant addition being Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER). The fund acquired 856,000 shares, representing 1.6% of the portfolio, with a total value of $62.37 million. The second-largest addition was Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY), with 67,800 shares, accounting for approximately 1.44% of the portfolio and valued at $55.99 million. The third-largest addition was The Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:GS), with 83,300 shares, making up 1.17% of the portfolio and valued at $45.51 million. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) increased its stakes in eight stocks, with the most notable increase in Eaton Corp PLC (NYSE:ETN). The fund added 77,700 shares, bringing the total to 233,000 shares, marking a significant 50.03% increase in share count and a 0.54% impact on the current portfolio, with a total value of $63.34 million. The second-largest increase was in Synopsys Inc (NASDAQ:SNPS), with an additional 27,700 shares, bringing the total to 107,500 shares, representing a 34.71% increase in share count and valued at $46.10 million. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) completely exited four holdings in the first quarter of 2025. The most impactful sale was UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE:UNH), with the fund selling all 149,956 shares, resulting in a -1.79% impact on the portfolio. Another significant exit was Ulta Beauty Inc (NASDAQ:ULTA), with the liquidation of all 119,800 shares, causing a -1.23% impact on the portfolio. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) reduced its position in 12 stocks, with the most significant changes including a reduction in Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA) by 83,100 shares, resulting in a -54.46% decrease in shares and a -1.03% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $544.39 during the quarter, returning 1.64% over the past three months and 7.77% year-to-date. Another notable reduction was in JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE:JPM), with a decrease of 104,200 shares, resulting in a -19.19% reduction in shares and a -0.59% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $254.94 during the quarter, with a return of -0.84% over the past three months and 9.87% year-to-date. As of the first quarter of 2025, Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio)' portfolio comprised 43 stocks. The top holdings included 8.04% in Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT), 7.58% in NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), 6.73% in Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL), 5.49% in Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN), and 4.51% in Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META). The holdings are primarily concentrated in 11 industries: Technology, Financial Services, Healthcare, Communication Services, Industrials, Consumer Cyclical, Energy, Utilities, Basic Materials, Real Estate, and Consumer Defensive. This article, generated by GuruFocus, is designed to provide general insights and is not tailored financial advice. Our commentary is rooted in historical data and analyst projections, utilizing an impartial methodology, and is not intended to serve as specific investment guidance. It does not formulate a recommendation to purchase or divest any stock and does not consider individual investment objectives or financial circumstances. Our objective is to deliver long-term, fundamental data-driven analysis. Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent, price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information. GuruFocus holds no position in the stocks mentioned herein. This article first appeared on GuruFocus.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Elfun Trusts Exits UnitedHealth Group Inc, Impacting Portfolio by -1.79%
Warning! GuruFocus has detected 3 Warning Sign with MSFT. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) recently submitted its N-PORT filing for the first quarter of 2025, revealing strategic investment decisions made during this period. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) is a fund exclusively available to General Electric's U.S. employees and trustees, forming part of the Elfun Funds alongside the Elfun International Equity Fund. Initially managed by David Carlson until 2019, the fund is now under the stewardship of William Sandow and Christopher Sierakowski. The fund's investment strategy focuses on U.S. companies, selecting equity securities from various industries based on individual company merits. The portfolio manager also considers companies with potential future dividend payouts, emphasizing stock selection as a key performance driver. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) added a total of three stocks to its portfolio, with the most significant addition being Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER). The fund acquired 856,000 shares, representing 1.6% of the portfolio, with a total value of $62.37 million. The second-largest addition was Eli Lilly and Co (NYSE:LLY), with 67,800 shares, accounting for approximately 1.44% of the portfolio and valued at $55.99 million. The third-largest addition was The Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:GS), with 83,300 shares, making up 1.17% of the portfolio and valued at $45.51 million. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) increased its stakes in eight stocks, with the most notable increase in Eaton Corp PLC (NYSE:ETN). The fund added 77,700 shares, bringing the total to 233,000 shares, marking a significant 50.03% increase in share count and a 0.54% impact on the current portfolio, with a total value of $63.34 million. The second-largest increase was in Synopsys Inc (NASDAQ:SNPS), with an additional 27,700 shares, bringing the total to 107,500 shares, representing a 34.71% increase in share count and valued at $46.10 million. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) completely exited four holdings in the first quarter of 2025. The most impactful sale was UnitedHealth Group Inc (NYSE:UNH), with the fund selling all 149,956 shares, resulting in a -1.79% impact on the portfolio. Another significant exit was Ulta Beauty Inc (NASDAQ:ULTA), with the liquidation of all 119,800 shares, causing a -1.23% impact on the portfolio. Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio) reduced its position in 12 stocks, with the most significant changes including a reduction in Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA) by 83,100 shares, resulting in a -54.46% decrease in shares and a -1.03% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $544.39 during the quarter, returning 1.64% over the past three months and 7.77% year-to-date. Another notable reduction was in JPMorgan Chase & Co (NYSE:JPM), with a decrease of 104,200 shares, resulting in a -19.19% reduction in shares and a -0.59% impact on the portfolio. The stock traded at an average price of $254.94 during the quarter, with a return of -0.84% over the past three months and 9.87% year-to-date. As of the first quarter of 2025, Elfun Trusts (Trades, Portfolio)' portfolio comprised 43 stocks. The top holdings included 8.04% in Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT), 7.58% in NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:NVDA), 6.73% in Apple Inc (NASDAQ:AAPL), 5.49% in Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN), and 4.51% in Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META). The holdings are primarily concentrated in 11 industries: Technology, Financial Services, Healthcare, Communication Services, Industrials, Consumer Cyclical, Energy, Utilities, Basic Materials, Real Estate, and Consumer Defensive. This article, generated by GuruFocus, is designed to provide general insights and is not tailored financial advice. Our commentary is rooted in historical data and analyst projections, utilizing an impartial methodology, and is not intended to serve as specific investment guidance. It does not formulate a recommendation to purchase or divest any stock and does not consider individual investment objectives or financial circumstances. Our objective is to deliver long-term, fundamental data-driven analysis. Be aware that our analysis might not incorporate the most recent, price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative information. GuruFocus holds no position in the stocks mentioned herein. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
