The man suspected of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another has been taken into custody, two law enforcement officials said, bringing an end to a nearly two-day search that put the state on edge.

"It has become part of the fabric of our jobs, which is a very dangerous and sad commentary on political life in this country," said House Minority Whip Rep. Katherine Clark. "You should be able to have a delivery come to your door that is a mistake and not have it set this dread that this could be someone at your door trying to harm your family."