UPDATE - US border patrol agent shot and killed in state of Vermont

ADDS REPORT OF KILLING

By Servet Gunerigok

WASHINGTON (AA) - A US border patrol agent was shot and killed in the state of Vermont on Monday, according to reports.

The shooting took place on Interstate 91 in Coventry on Monday afternoon, Vermont State Police said in a statement.

"Members of the state police are coordinating with federal counterparts following the 3:15 p.m. incident. Federal authorities including the FBI are the lead investigative agencies, and all questions need to be directed to them," said the statement.

The police did not elaborate on the circumstances or nature of the event.

"I-91 remains closed in both directions between Exit 27 in Newport and Exit 26 in Orleans. Drivers should take alternate routes," said the statement.

Citing the Department of Homeland Security, Fox News reported that the agent was shot and killed while performing a traffic stop in Newport.

It also reported that there are two suspects, one of whom is dead.