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The daughter of Minnesota’s Republican gubernatorial contender, Jeff Johnson, has tragically died at the age of 22. Authorities allege she was fatally stabbed by her husband in what is believed to be a failed murder-suicide attempt.
The St. Cloud Police Department responded to a distress call around 8:20 p.m. on Saturday evening at a home located on the 3100 block of 40th Avenue South.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Hallie Marie Tobler, 22, suffering from multiple stab wounds.
Also present at the scene was 23-year-old Dylan Michael Tobler, who appeared to have inflicted stab wounds upon himself, according to initial investigations.
A photo of Hallie Tobler, taken at a graduation party, has been shared widely on social media. (Source: FACEBOOK/ Julie Johnson)
Hallie Tobler was transported to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy. Dylan was transported to St. Cloud Hospital and is “stable condition,” police said. He is now in the custody of the St. Cloud Police Department and will be transferred to the Stearns County Jail where he will be held on charges related to the homicide.
Hallie Tobler, 22, pictured with horse at stable. (FACEBOOK/ Julie Johnson)
The Minnesota Republican Party said it was “heartbroken” by Saturday night’s murder.
“There are no words that can adequately express the sorrow we feel for Jeff and his family,” the Minnesota Republican Party said in a statement. “The loss of a child is unimaginable, and our thoughts and prayers are with them as they grieve this devastating tragedy.”
Johnson’s campaign page appeared to have been taken down by Tuesday morning.
The gubernatorial campaign page of candidate Jeff Johnson appeared to have been taken down. (Vote Jeff Johnson)
The Minnesota Republican Party said Jeff has suspended his campaign out of “respect for his family and the enormity of this loss.”