Summary
A New Hampshire man, Blu Zeke Daly, faces charges for allegedly shooting at a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer near the U.S.-Canada border. The incident occurred in Pittsburg, New Hampshire, and involved exchanges of gunfire between Daly and the officer. The officer was unharmed, but Daly was hospitalized.
Key Facts
- Blu Zeke Daly, also known as Cullan Zeke Daly, is charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon.
- The event took place at the U.S.-Canada border near Pittsburg, New Hampshire.
- The shooting happened around 1 a.m. ET, but the border crossing was closed at that time.
- The Border Patrol agent involved was not injured.
- Daly was wounded in the exchange and is currently in the hospital.
- Authorities found a Smith & Wesson handgun and ammunition in Daly's vehicle.
- If convicted, Daly faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
- The FBI is leading the ongoing investigation.