Federal prosecutors have announced that they will not seek the death penalty in the case involving the killings of Melissa and Mark Hortman. The couple was reportedly killed in their home by Vance Boelter.
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Prosecutors Decide Against Death Penalty in Case of Melissa and Mark Hortman
Federal prosecutors have decided not to pursue the death penalty in the case of Melissa and Mark Hortman, who were killed in their home. Vance Boelter has been identified as the suspect in the case.
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Prosecutors Won’t Seek Death Penalty in Killing of Melissa Hortman and Husband
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Prosecutors Decide Against Death Penalty in Case of Melissa and Mark Hortman