In the stillness of a Minnesota night, a sudden eruption of violence forced the Hoffman family to confront a life-or-death decision — and one mother didn’t hesitate.
In the early hours of Saturday morning, a harrowing scene unfolded at the home of Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman. Around 2 a.m. on June 14, Champlin police responded to a 911 call and arrived to find both Senator Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, suffering from gunshot wounds.
According to family members, the couple was rushed to the hospital, where both underwent surgery. They are currently in stable condition. Details emerging from the incident paint a picture of extraordinary bravery amid chaos.
As gunfire erupted inside the home, Yvette Hoffman made a split-second decision that likely saved her daughter’s life. According to a report by A.J. Lagoe of CNN affiliate KARE, who spoke with Yvette’s nephew, the Senator’s wife threw herself over their daughter, Hope, shielding her from harm.
Hope, who is in her mid-20s, had been with her parents during the attack. Thanks to her mother’s swift action, she escaped the ordeal without injury. Medical updates shared by the family suggest that Senator Hoffman’s injuries could have been fatal.
One bullet reportedly came dangerously close to his heart. Meanwhile, Yvette’s injuries, though serious, did not damage any internal organs. The family remains optimistic. “They’re getting positive messages coming out of the hospital,” Lagoe reported.
