CHICAGO — W. Larry Ford has returned as
the SAC of the ATF Chicago Field Division, which encompasses the entire state
of Illinois. Ford brings over 28 years of ATF law enforcement experience to the
Chicago Field Division.
Ford most recently served as the
Assistant Director of ATF's Office of Field Operations. He oversaw a staff of
over 3,000 special agents, industry operations investigators and professionals
located across the nation who conduct ATF's criminal enforcement operations and
regulatory inspections. Prior to that assignment he was the Assistant Director
of the Office of Strategic Intelligence and Information. From December 2004 to
August 2010, Ford was the Assistant Director of the Office of Public and
Governmental Affairs.
"I am thrilled to return to the
Chicago Field Division and have the opportunity to reunite with some of the
best investigators in ATF and the finest federal, state, local, industry and
community partners in combating violent crime. The mission of ATF is critically
important to the citizens of Illinois," said Ford.
Ford received a bachelor's degree in criminal
justice from the University of Toledo and is a 2008 member of the National
Executive Institute. He is a member of a number of national law enforcement
organizations and has served on their executive and policy committees. In 2008,
his exceptional public service was recognized with the prestigious Presidential
Rank Award of Meritorious Executive.
More information on ATF and its programs
may be located at ATF.gov
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