BORDER PATROL AGENT KILLED: Shocking Details Emerge in Deadly Gun Battle

Suspects in Fatal Shooting of Border Patrol Agent Had Arsenal of Weapons and Tactical Gear

Court documents unsealed Friday revealed that the two suspects involved in the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in northern Vermont possessed an arsenal of weapons and tactical gear.

The incident occurred on Monday when Border Patrol agents attempted to conduct an immigration inspection on a vehicle driven by Felix Bauckholt, a German national. During the stop, Teresa Youngblut, a passenger in the vehicle, opened fire on the agents. A gunfight ensued, resulting in the deaths of Bauckholt and Border Patrol Agent David “Chris” Maland. Youngblut was wounded and remains hospitalized.

Suspects Under Surveillance:

Court documents indicate that Homeland Security Investigations had been conducting surveillance on Bauckholt and Youngblut since January 14th after receiving a report from a hotel employee who observed Youngblut carrying a firearm.

Arsenal of Weapons:

Recovered from the scene and the suspects’ vehicle were a .380 caliber pistol and a .40 caliber pistol, a ballistic helmet, night vision equipment, 48 rounds of .380-caliber jacketed hollow point ammunition, a tactical belt with a holster, two-way radios, and shooting range targets.

Attempt to Evade Detection:

Investigators found suspected cellphones wrapped in aluminum foil, suggesting an attempt to prevent electronic tracking. Bauckholt had also recently purchased two boxes of aluminum foil at a Walmart.

Charges and Investigation:

Youngblut faces federal charges, including intentional use of a deadly weapon while interfering with federal law enforcement.

Agent Maland, a U.S. Air Force veteran, was planning to propose to his girlfriend. His family described him as a dedicated agent who “truly embodied service over self.”