Shooting Reported at New Hampshire-Canada Border

FBI investigating incident involving U.S. Border Patrol agent

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

A person was shot near the Canadian border in New Hampshire early Sunday morning by a U.S. Border Patrol agent who was returning fire, according to investigators. The person was taken to a hospital, while the Border Patrol agent was unharmed. The FBI's Boston field office and the U.S. Attorney's Office in the District of New Hampshire are investigating the shooting, which occurred near the port of entry in the rural town of Pittsburg.

Why it matters

The shooting at the border crossing in Pittsburg, New Hampshire raises concerns about security and safety protocols at the U.S.-Canada border, which is typically a quiet and uneventful crossing. The incident also highlights the potential for escalation of encounters between law enforcement and individuals near the international border.

The details

According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 1 a.m. on Sunday in Pittsburg, a town of about 800 people located at the border with Canada. The FBI said the Border Patrol agent was returning fire after the unidentified person opened fire first. The person who was shot was taken to a hospital, while the Border Patrol agent was unharmed.

  • The shooting occurred around 1 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2026.

The players

U.S. Border Patrol agent

The Border Patrol agent who was involved in the shooting incident and returned fire.

Unidentified person

The individual who allegedly opened fire on the Border Patrol agent near the U.S.-Canada border crossing in Pittsburg, New Hampshire.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“'Initial reports indicate that the subject opened fire on the agent at which time the agent returned fire.'”

— Rodney Scott, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner (Associated Press)

What’s next

The FBI's Boston field office and the U.S. Attorney's Office in the District of New Hampshire will continue to investigate the shooting incident and determine if any charges will be brought against the individual who allegedly opened fire.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential for violence and escalation at U.S. border crossings, even in typically quiet areas like the New Hampshire-Canada border. It underscores the need for robust security protocols and de-escalation training for Border Patrol agents to ensure the safety of both law enforcement and the public.