ATF, Anniston Police Department and the firearms industry
seek the public’s help in Anniston firearms theft
ANNISTON, Ala. — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms
and Explosives (ATF) in conjunction with the Anniston Police Department and the
National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms
industry, have announced a reward for information leading to the arrest and
conviction for those responsible for the theft of firearms from a vehicle in
downtown area of Anniston.
On Monday, May 8, 2017, a vehicle in the downtown area of
Anniston was broken into and several high-value firearms were stolen from
between the hours of 4 and 5 a.m. During the burglary, a Steyr AUG rifle and a
Steyr SSG-04 rifle were taken, see photos below that represent these types of
firearms. A person of interest has been identified.
ATF is offering a reward in the amount of up to $2,500,
which will be matched by the NSSF for a total reward of up to $5,000.
Additionally, ATF will offer a reward for individual firearms surrendered to
law enforcement as part of this theft.
Anyone with information about this crime should contact ATF
at 1-800-ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867) or the Anniston Police Department (256)
238-1800. Information can also be sent to ATF via the mobile app
www.reportit.com (link is external) by using the Nashville field division as
the location.
ATF is the lead federal law enforcement agency with
jurisdiction involving firearms and violent crimes, and regulates the firearm
industry. ATF works closely with members of the firearm industry to curb the
criminal acquisition and misuse of firearms. More information about ATF and its
programs is available at www.atf.gov.
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