Man shoots doctor over mother's healthcare

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Ted Hoffstrom Allegedly Killed Doctor, Angry Over Mother's Medical Care

Minnesota man who police say fatally shot and killed a doctor was upset over the medical care his mother received.

Dr. Stephen Larson, 74, was found dead in his home Friday night with multiple gunshot wounds in what the Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled as a homicide, according to ABC News....

“Diligent attempts to negotiate” with Hoffstrom, who was a law-school graduate, failed and he was shot and killed....

On Sunday, Hoffstrom's family members posted a note on their door regarding the death:

"It is with great sadness that we extend our heartfelt prayers and sympathy to the family of Dr. Stephen Larson. Our hearts are broken for all of those affected by this tragic event. We are shocked and saddened by this news, and many questions remain unanswered. We hope that the public will understand this is a very difficult time for our family. We are grieving the loss of our son, and ask that you please respect our privacy at this time."

Friend and colleague, Dr. Suzin Cho, told KSTP that Larson delivered thousands of babies for probably four generations. He earned worldwide acclaim and awards as a highly regarded surgeon.

"[Larson is] a father figure, he's a mentor, he's an educator," Cho said. "He is the utmost careful, compassionate caregiver. There's just no reason why anybody would have wanted to hurt him."

No shortage of nutters out there.