Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

Redacted 911 Transcript Released In Shooting Of Sen. John Hoffman

CHAMPLIN, Minn. (July 24, 2025) – A newly released, heavily redacted 911 transcript reveals harrowing moments from the early morning of June 14, when Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman (DFL–Champlin) and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, were shot multiple times in their Champlin home. The call, made by their daughter Hope Hoffman, offers a chilling window into the politically motivated attack that also claimed the lives of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband in a separate but connected incident hours earlier.

"My Parents Have Been Shot"

According to the transcript released by Hennepin County and reviewed by local news outlets, Hope Hoffman called 911 shortly after 2 a.m., alerting dispatchers:

“SHOT, SHOT, MY PARENTS HAVE BEEN SHOT,”
“My dad is Senator John Hoffman.”

The newly released document omits sensitive information including the family’s address and specific medical details, but it confirms early reports that the attacker posed as a law enforcement officer when entering the home. Hoffman was shot nine times, and his wife was shot eight times. Both survived the attack, thanks in part to their daughter’s rapid response in contacting authorities.

A Daughter’s Bravery

In his first public comments since the shooting, Sen. Hoffman praised his daughter’s actions.

“When she dialed 911, she was a hero,” Hoffman told CBS Minnesota. “There are people alive because of how she acted.”

Hope was not injured in the attack.

Suspect in Custody, Motive Under Investigation

Authorities have charged Vance Boelter, a 57-year-old man with a history of anti-government sentiment, in connection with both the Hoffman shooting and the fatal shootings of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Ritchie, in Brooklyn Park the same night.

Boelter is facing six federal charges, including murder, attempted murder, and impersonating a federal officer, as well as four state-level charges. The U.S. Attorney's Office has indicated it is considering pursuing the death penalty due to the severity and political nature of the crimes.

Officials have described the acts as targeted political violence, marking a rare and deeply disturbing chapter in Minnesota's history.

Recovery and Reflection

Sen. Hoffman was released from the hospital in early July and is currently undergoing rehabilitation. Yvette Hoffman was discharged earlier following surgery and is recovering at home. Both continue to receive support from the local and legislative community.

The attack has sparked urgent conversations about elected officials' safety, political extremism, and the need for de-escalation in political discourse. Governor Tim Walz called the shootings “an act of targeted political violence that has no place in our democracy.”

Transcript Release Follows Public Pressure

Hennepin County released the partial 911 transcript following requests from news organizations. While portions remain redacted for privacy and ongoing investigation concerns, the release sheds light on the traumatic ordeal faced by the Hoffman family and the extraordinary poise of their daughter in the midst of chaos.

Editor’s Note: The investigation into the coordinated attacks on Minnesota lawmakers remains active. MinneapoliMedia will continue reporting on developments, including upcoming court proceedings and public safety measures.

If you have information related to this case, contact the Champlin Police Department or the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).

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