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A U.S. Border Patrol agent whose killing in Vermont throughout a site visitors cease close to the Canadian border has been tied to a cult-like group was buried with full navy honors Saturday at a nationwide cemetery in Minnesota.
David Maland, 44, died Jan. 20 throughout a cease on Interstate 91 in Conventry, about 20 miles (30 kilometers) south of the border with Canada.
The motive force of the stopped automobile is accused of opening hearth on Maland and different brokers, sparking a shootout that left her companion useless.
Each belonged to a gaggle referred to as the Zizians which may be linked to 6 deaths in three states, investigators mentioned.
Maland was memorialized at Fort Snelling Nationwide Cemetery in Minneapolis throughout a funeral attended by household, associates, group members and Border Patrol brokers from across the nation.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz ordered flags to fly at half-staff in Maland’s honor.
A local of Minnesota, Maland, who glided by Chris, served within the Air Pressure and the State Division earlier than becoming a member of the Border Patrol.
“Chris was a loving son, brother, uncle, fiance and dedicated colleague,” his household mentioned Friday in an announcement.
“His kind heart and fighting soul made him a warm and inviting person to be around and pillar of strength for his country.”
“We love you, Chris. You’ll live in our hearts forever.”
Within the Air Pressure, Maland was accountable for defending bases, personnel and property.
In 2001, he labored safety obligation on the Pentagon throughout the Sept. 11 assaults, his household mentioned.
He obtained the World Battle on Terrorism Service Medal, amongst different honors, in keeping with his obituary.
Maland was a Ok-9 handler on the State Division and at his Border Patrol job in Vermont. He first joined the Border Patrol in Texas.
“He will be remembered for his courage and commitment to protecting fellow Americans,” Minnesota state Rep. Krista Knudsen, Maland’s cousin, mentioned on the Home flooring final month.
“He is also a person who served faithfully with honor and bravery. He always put his service above himself.”
