Hallie Marie Tobler, a 22-year-old woman from St. Cloud, Minnesota, was the daughter of Republican gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson. Her life came to a devastating end on Saturday, February 7, 2026, when she was found stabbed to death in her own apartment — a tragedy that has shocked her community and prompted her father to suspend his campaign for governor.
Early Life and Background
Hallie Marie Tobler (née Johnson) was 22 years old and lived in St. Cloud, a city in central Minnesota. She was known locally as the daughter of Jeff Johnson, a former St. Cloud City Council member and Republican contender in the 2026 Minnesota gubernatorial primary.
Her father’s campaign, which focused on issues such as crime, immigration, and fraud, drew attention across the state — but that attention turned from politics to personal loss after her death.
What Happened on February 7
On the evening of February 7, police officers from the St. Cloud Police Department were dispatched to an apartment on the 3100 block of 40th Avenue South after a medical emergency call.
Upon arrival, officers found Hallie pronounced dead from multiple stab wounds inside the locked apartment.
Her husband, 23-year-old Dylan Michael Tobler, was also discovered at the scene with serious injuries. Authorities believe his wounds were self-inflicted, and he was subsequently taken to a local hospital in stable condition.
Suspected Domestic Homicide / Arrest
Law enforcement has classified the case as a suspected domestic homicide and indicated that Hallie’s husband is expected to face homicide charges once he is medically cleared.
Investigators from both the St. Cloud Police Department and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension are continuing their work. Authorities have said there is no ongoing threat to the public.
