Border Patrol Shooting Near Canadian Border in New Hampshire Under Investigation

Pittsburg, New Hampshire – A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot a person near the U.S.-Canada border in Pittsburg, New Hampshire, early Sunday morning. The incident is currently under investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire.

Details of the Shooting

The shooting occurred around 1:00 a.m. On Sunday in Pittsburg, a rural town bordering Canada and two other U.S. States: Maine and Vermont. According to initial reports, the individual allegedly fired at the Border Patrol agent, prompting the agent to return fire [1]. The agent was unharmed.

Suspect and Agent Status

The identity of the suspect has not been released by authorities. The suspect was transported to a hospital for medical treatment and their condition remains unknown [1], [2]. The name of the Border Patrol agent involved has also not been disclosed.

Location and Border Crossing

The shooting took place near the port of entry in Pittsburg, the only town in New Hampshire that shares a border with Canada. The border crossing on U.S. Route 3 connects Pittsburg, New Hampshire, with Chartierville, Quebec [3]. The Pittsburg border crossing station operates 24/7, while the Canadian facility is closed overnight from midnight to 8:00 a.m.

Ongoing Investigation

The FBI’s Boston field office is leading the investigation, with cooperation from the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Authorities have declined to release further details about the suspect or the circumstances leading to the exchange of gunfire. Any potential charges against the suspect will be announced if and when they are filed [1].