Minnesota Lawmakers Shot in Brooklyn Park:Senator John Hoffman & Rep. Melissa Hortman Targeted in Ambush

Breaking News from Minnesota: Lawmakers Shot in Brooklyn Park

Two prominent Minnesota lawmakers — Senator John Hoffman (DFL-Champlin) and Rep. Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Park) — were reportedly shot on Friday evening near Edinburgh Golf Course, according to early reports from Fox9, KARE 11, KSTP, and the Star Tribune.

🎯 What We Know So Far

• The shooting took place in Brooklyn Park, MN, near Edinburgh Golf, a public course frequently visited by community leaders.
• Melissa Hortman, MN, the former Speaker of the House, and Senator John Hoffman, MN, were injured, but their current conditions remain unclear.
• The alleged shooter may be posing as law enforcement, triggering a citywide manhunt and a “Shelter in Place” alert across Minneapolis, Champlin, and surrounding areas.

🚨 Manhunt Underway

Authorities in Brooklyn Park MN are searching for a male suspect, potentially disguised as a police officer, who opened fire on the lawmakers as they exited a public meeting.

Residents have been told to remain indoors as police flood the area, with SWAT teams and helicopters coordinating the search. KARE 11, Fox 9, and KSTP are providing live coverage of the unfolding crisis.

📍 Scene of the Crime: Edinburgh Golf Course

The incident occurred near the Edinburgh Golf Course, a well-known public venue located on the edge of Champlin MN and Brooklyn Park. According to StarTribune, it was believed to be a secure zone for a DFL fundraising event attended by various Minnesota senators and DFL party leaders.

🗳️ About the Victims

• Senator John Hoffman: Represents District 34 (Champlin) and serves on health and human services committees. He has been a longtime advocate for disability rights and education reform.
• Rep. Melissa Hortman: A high-profile DFL Minnesota leader, she served as Speaker of the House and has represented Brooklyn Park since 2005.

Both were reportedly in attendance for a local Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) caucus meeting when the attack happened.

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🛡️ Final Note

This is a historic and deeply disturbing moment for Minnesota lawmakers, with two of its most respected leaders targeted in what appears to be a politically motivated attack. As the Brooklyn Park shooting manhunt intensifies, the people of Minnesota and the nation await clarity and justice.