r/pics • u/nbcnews But, like, actually • Jun 16 '25

Politics Vance Boelter, the suspect in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers, is in custody (OC)

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u/CherrytheRugger Jun 16 '25

Because law enforcement doesn’t just dump all the evidence to the public at the drop of a hat. It’s still an ongoing criminal investigation.

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u/Isenrath Jun 16 '25

I was going to say, didn't they just arrest his wife as well? From the sounds of it there definitely could be more people involved. Don't want to release any evidence to tip their hand, especially if they have other accomplices they've discovered.

Not saying there is any, but there are several other legitimate reasons why they wouldn't release the information.

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u/bringonthebedlam Jun 16 '25

Unless, of course, there's another CEO in danger. Then it's a full list of backpack contents, the full manifesto, and what color undies the shooter was wearing 🤔