Wife of Fugitive in Lawmaker Killings Pulled Over, Had Weapon, Passports and Cash [WATCH]

Minnesota authorities detained the wife of Vance Luther Boelter during a traffic stop on Saturday as the search intensified for the suspect in the fatal shooting of one state lawmaker and the shooting of another and their spouses.

Jennifer Boelter was taken in for questioning after officers conducted a targeted traffic stop near Onamia, according to 5 Eyewitness News.

She was traveling with three other family members at the time of the stop.

Trump’s Sovereign Wealth Fund: What Could It Mean For Your Money?

Law enforcement sources confirmed that the stop was part of a high-priority tactical operation involving approximately a dozen squad vehicles.

The area remained active for nearly three hours while authorities conducted vehicle searches and interviewed all occupants.

As of Saturday night, none of the individuals in the vehicle had been placed under arrest, though all four were being questioned by investigators.

According to two law enforcement officials familiar with the investigation, officers recovered a firearm, ammunition, cash, and passports from the vehicle during the stop.

BREAKING: Minnesota Shooter’s Wife Detained with Weapon, Ammunition, Cash, Passports

The wife of Vance Luther Boelter, Jennifer Boelter, was detained by police for questioning after a traffic stop late Saturday morning near Onamia, Minnesota.

Her husband, Vance Boelter, is… pic.twitter.com/L7j7Lp8nK3

— Kyle Becker (@kylenabecker) June 15, 2025

This Could Be the Most Important Video Gun Owners Watch All Year

Report: Vance Luther Boelter’s wife Jennifer was an intern for then Congressman Tim Walz back in 2010 pic.twitter.com/eTS7dElSBM

— The Calvin Coolidge Project (@TheCalvinCooli1) June 14, 2025

The discovery added urgency to the multi-agency search for Vance Luther Boelter, who remains at large.

Boelter, 57, is the primary suspect in the killing of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and the shooting of Democratic State Senator John Hoffman.

Governor Tim Walz confirmed that both lawmakers’ spouses were also shot during the incident.

Only Hoffman and his wife survived the attack.

Boelter was reportedly last seen fleeing from Rep. Hortman’s home dressed as a law enforcement officer.

JUST IN: Security cam images show ass*ssin Vance Boelter knocking on a Minnesota lawmaker’s door wearing a latex mask and a security guard uniform, meant to look like a police officer

You can even see police lights from his security vehicle flashing.

This is terrifying. pic.twitter.com/LdzCnM0c7D

— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) June 14, 2025

Witnesses told authorities that he opened fire on responding officers before escaping in a vehicle resembling a police cruiser.

Officials have described the shootings as a “politically motivated assassination.”

Walz announces that Rep. Melissa Hortman is dead as a result of a “politically motivated assassination” pic.twitter.com/BBTAhTmseV

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 14, 2025

Boelter had previously served on a state board alongside Hoffman, according to public records.

President Donald Trump confirmed on Saturday that the FBI is now leading the investigation into the shootings.

In a statement, the president announced that a $50,000 reward is being offered for information “leading to the arrest and conviction” of Vance Boelter.

Federal and state law enforcement agencies have distributed photos of Boelter to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other border agencies in an effort to prevent him from fleeing the country.

The FBI offers a reward of up to $50,000 for info leading to the arrest and conviction of Vance L. Boelter, suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses at their residences on June 14, 2025: https://t.co/XjawGOt5lq pic.twitter.com/tZ9RE97OHk

— FBI Most Wanted (@FBIMostWanted) June 14, 2025

Authorities believe Boelter may no longer be in the immediate area, raising concerns about a possible attempt to cross into Canada.

Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota and surrounding states remain on high alert.

The investigation is ongoing, and officials have not released any additional information regarding potential motives or further persons of interest.

The shootings have sent shockwaves through Minnesota’s political and law enforcement communities.

Authorities are urging anyone with information on Boelter’s whereabouts to contact the FBI or local law enforcement immediately.

Connect with Vetted Off-Duty Cops to Instantly Fulfill Your Security Needs

The opinions expressed by contributors and/or content partners are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of LifeZette. Contact us for guidelines on submitting your own commentary.