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FBI investigating officer-involved shooting near U.S.-Canada border in Washington

U.S. Border Patrol agents blocked off an area in Blaine on Tuesday morning as they investigate an officer-involved shooting.
U.S. Border Patrol agents blocked off an area in Blaine on Tuesday morning as they investigate an officer-involved shooting. The Bellingham Herald

The FBI is investigating a shooting involving U.S. Border Patrol agents that occurred Tuesday morning in Blaine.

The Blaine Police Department said the shooting took place near the intersection of Fourth and A streets. Deputy Chief Brent Greene told The Herald the police department was not involved and said all inquiries should be directed to the FBI and the U.S. Border Patrol.

The Herald reached out to both agencies and is awaiting a response.

Check back for updates on this developing story.

This story was originally published June 16, 2026 at 9:09 AM.

Hannah Edelman
The Bellingham Herald
Hannah Edelman joined The Bellingham Herald in January 2025 as courts and investigations reporter. Edelman resides in Burlington. Support my work with a digital subscription
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