Man Charged After Shooting Involving Border Patrol Agent at Canada Crossing

Blu Zeke Daly, 26, faces charges of attempted murder and assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon, DOJ says.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 26-year-old New Hampshire resident has been charged with attempted murder of a federal officer and assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon after a shooting incident involving a U.S. Border Patrol agent at the Canada border crossing in Pittsburg, New Hampshire, federal prosecutors announced.

Why it matters

The shooting at the remote border crossing in northern New Hampshire highlights the potential for violence at U.S. entry points, even in rural areas, and raises questions about border security protocols and the use of force by law enforcement.

The details

According to prosecutors, the Border Patrol agent encountered Daly driving alone near the border late Saturday and followed him to the Pittsburg Port of Entry, which was closed at the time. When the agent activated his emergency lights and exited his vehicle, Daly allegedly fired a handgun at the agent, who then returned fire and shot Daly. Daly is currently hospitalized under guard.

  • The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2026.
  • Daly was charged on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Blu Zeke Daly

A 26-year-old resident of Manchester, New Hampshire, who also goes by the name Cullan Zeke Daly, and has been charged with attempted murder of a federal officer and assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon.

U.S. Border Patrol Agent

The unidentified Border Patrol agent who encountered Daly near the Canada border crossing and exchanged gunfire with him, emerging unharmed.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Daly's bail status at a hearing scheduled for next Tuesday.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the potential risks and challenges faced by border patrol agents, even at remote crossings, and the need for continued vigilance and coordination between federal, state, and local law enforcement to maintain security at U.S. borders.