(KNSI) — Minnesota Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, have issued a joint statement after being shot multiple times in their Champlin home early Saturday morning.
The statement, written by Yvette, says, “First and foremost, John and I hold a deep and profound gratitude for the work of our law enforcement agencies and the public for their help in bringing the suspect to justice, while diligently keeping our communities safe during this extremely difficult and senseless event.”
“John and I are both incredibly lucky to be alive. We continue our healing journey and are humbled by the outpouring of love and support our family has received from across the state and nation.”
“There is never a place for senseless political violence and loss of life. We are devastated by the loss of Melissa and Mark, and our hearts go out to all those who knew and loved them both, We are always at our best when we unite together.”
The suspect, Vance Boelter, allegedly shot Yvette eight times, and Senator Hoffman was shot nine times.
Yvette says John has had to endure several surgeries since, and each is bringing him closer to being out of the woods.
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