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.@ATFHou led a coordinated multi-agency operation across East Texas this week, resulting from a 2022 firearms burglary investigation in Jasper. Seven suspects were taken into custody, with an eighth already incarcerated on an unrelated charge. “These arrests demonstrate exactly what can be achieved when federal, state, and local partners unite behind a shared mission,” said ATF Houston Special Agent in Charge Michael Weddel. “Our investigators worked relentlessly to identify those responsible and bring them to justice." Thanks to our partners from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Jasper Police Department, @USMarshalsHQ Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, Lufkin Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations-Beaumont, @FBI Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office. More at #WeAreATF

Did the NFA changes weaken background checks? No. Every FFL sale still requires a Form 4473 and a background check. As @ATFDirectorRC puts it, “The depth of the background check is the same.” Watch the full interview at #WeAreATF

Our sympathies go out to the Raft River Fire Protection District and the family and friends of Firefighter Joseph Gates, who died from injuries sustained in a fire department apparatus crash. He served his community as a volunteer firefighter for less than a year. #LODD #LastAlarm @ATF_Seattle

RT @ATFKansasCity: BREAKING | ATF Special Agents are responding to reports of a shooting at the main U.S. Post Office in Des Moines, Iowa, to assist our law enforcement partners. Public safety remains our top priority. Information is limited at the time. Please follow @DMPolice for official updates.

ATF’s National Integrated Ballistic Information Network has generated more than 1.2M leads from ~7.7M pieces of ballistic evidence. In FY 2025 alone, 418 NIBIN locations generated 193K+ new investigative leads offering a faster, smarter way to link shootings and disrupt violence. Learn how law enforcement agencies are using #NIBIN to bridge cases across jurisdictions and solve more shootings at #CrimeGunIntel #WeAreATF

Three Philadelphia men tied to a violent conspiracy including the murder of a carjacking victim and a potential witness, as well as roughly 30 additional carjackings, were sentenced to life in prison, while two others received decades behind bars. The case was developed thorough an investigation by the @ATFPhiladelphia, @FBIPhiladelphia, @PhillyPolice, @CBPMidAtlantic, @HSIPhiladelphia, and other partners in the Philadelphia Carjacking Task Force and prosecuted by the @USAO_EDPA. More at

About three years ago, NFA forms could take up to 14 months to process. Today? Less than 24 to 48 hours on average for several types of forms. @ATFDirectorRC sat down with the Armed Citizen podcast to discuss how ATF cut the wait. Watch the full interview at

Our deep condolences go out to @ORDeptForestry and the family and friends of Bulldozer Operator Jason Ensign, who was killed during fire-fighting operations on the Wrights Spring Fire in southern Oregon. #LODD #LastAlarm @ATF_Seattle

In the early hours of October 31, a fire tore through the @SenatobiaPolice station. @ATFNewOrleans Special Agent Certified Fire Investigators were on scene shortly after the fire started and determined this was a criminal act. Less than 48 hours after that determination, agents tracked the suspect to Huntsville, Alabama, and took him into custody with the help of @HSVPolice and the @MissDPS. @NDMSNews continues to lead this active investigation. If you have information, call 1-888-ATF-TIPS. #WeAreATF

RT @ATFHou: ATF Houston leads coordinated operation resulting in eight federal indictments and multiple arrests across East Texas HOUSTON - What began as a firearms dealer burglary investigation in Jasper, has resulted in a coordinated, multi-agency enforcement operation across East Texas, today. Following the June 2022 burglary at Lakes Area Pawn Shop, ATF, with assistance from state and local law enforcement partners, led an investigation that resulted in eight federal indictments. Today, law enforcement partners coordinated efforts to execute arrest warrants across Jasper, Tyler, Angelina, and Galveston counties. Seven warrants were executed, with the eighth defendant already incarcerated on unrelated charges. “These arrests demonstrate exactly what can be achieved when federal, state, and local partners unite behind a shared mission,” said ATF Houston Special Agent in Charge Michael Weddel. “Our investigators worked relentlessly to identify those responsible and bring them to justice. Today’s operation reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting East Texas communities from violent crime and the illegal trafficking of firearms.” This operation highlights the impact of strong partnerships, thorough investigative work, and coordinated law enforcement efforts.   ATF Houston recognizes the outstanding contributions of all participating agencies:   • ATF Houston Field Division • Texas Department of Public Safety • Jasper Police Department • U.S. Marshals Service • Angelina County Sheriff’s Office • Lufkin Police Department • Homeland Security Investigations-Beaumont • Federal Bureau of Investigation • Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force  •Jasper County Sheriffs Office   One investigation. Multiple agencies. A shared commitment to public safety.   If you have information concerning this or other violent crimes, contact the ATF Hotline at 1-888-ATF-TIPS (tel:+1-888-283-8477) (1-888-283-8477 (tel:+1-888-283-8477)) or email us ATFTips@atf.gov

When the court ruled, ATF asked one question: How do we, within our authorities, expand the benefits of this ruling to the American people? @ATFDirectorRC explained on the Armed Citizen podcast. More at

📂K-9 Case Files: In April 2026, Search Enhanced Evidence K-9 Nancy assisted investigators after heavy gunfire in a Jacksonville neighborhood. Crime scene staff had already collected evidence, but the area was large and complex. Nancy resurveyed each location and found additional ballistic evidence, including fired cartridge casings that had been missed earlier. She also identified a hidden firearm inside a structure on the property. Her thorough search strengthened the investigative picture and supported follow up actions. Learn more at #TrustYourDog @ATF_Tampa

Our condolences go out to @CherokeePolice and the family and friends of Detective Jeffrey Smith, who died from a medical emergency while pursuing a suspect. Detective Smith served with the Cherokee Tribal Police for 25 years. #LODD #EOW @ATFCharlotte

#ICYMI: ATF leaders joined our law enforcement partners at #IACP2026 to highlight ATF's priorities in combating violent crime, strengthen collaboration, and showcase #CrimeGunIntel tools. More at #WeAreATF

RT @ATFNewOrleans: .@ATFNewOrleans arrested a suspect in Huntsville, AL wanted in connection with the arson fire at the Senatobia Police Department station. ATF Special Agents were assisted by @HSVPolice Huntsville Police Department and @MissDPS Mississippi Bureau of Investigations. The investigation is being processed through the @NDMSnews U.S Attorney Office Northern District of Mississippi. This investigation remains active and ongoing with additional details to be released as they become available. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact 1-888-ATF-TIPS (1-888-283-8477).

RT @ATFPhiladelphia: Three Philadelphia Men Sentenced to Life in Prison, Two Others to Decades Behind Bars, for Conspiring to Commit and Committing the Murder of a Carjacking Victim, Murder of a Potential Witness, and Approximately 30 Additional Carjackings, Related Offenses “ATF protects our communities from violent crime, and these sentences close the book on one of the most extensive and terrible carjacking rings in American history. Through the teamwork of the Philadelphia Carjacking Task Force, we brought these brazen criminals to justice. Their prison sentences should be a deterrent to those who think they can terrorize this city with carjackings, murder, and witness intimidation.” -- ATF Philadelphia Field Division Special Agent in Charge Eric DeGree @USAO_EDPA @FBIPhiladelphia @PhillyPolice See News Release ⬇️

On October 24, a shooting occurred in Tallahassee near Florida A&M University’s Homecoming events, resulting in multiple victims with gunshot injuries. ATF agents responded to support local law enforcement partners and provided investigative assistance throughout the case. Through Crime Gun Intelligence tools and other investigative means, ATF and its partners were able to link a firearm to the incident. On October 26, Tallahassee detectives arrested a juvenile suspect in connection with the shooting. ATF remains committed to working alongside our state and local partners to reduce gun violence and keep our communities safe. #NIBIN #CrimeGunIntel @ATF_Tampa

.@ATFDirectorRC spoke with FFLGuard TV about why doing the right thing by the American people is personal for him. Watch the full interview at #WeAreATF

Our deep sympathies are with @LCSheriffMT and the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Ryan Terpsma, who was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call. Deputy Terpsma served with the sheriff's office for only five months. #LODD #EOW @ATF_Denver

▶️NIBIN Update: Eleven people were shot near Florida A&M University during its homecoming football game. @TallyPD Police collected fired cartridge casings and recovered one firearm. NIBIN connected the casings to three shootings from July and August 2026. This helped investigators arrest of a juvenile suspect, charged with 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder. #CrimeGunIntel @ATF_Tampa