Official account for ATF's Washington Field Division, covering the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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ATF Washington retweeted
Today, @USAttyPirro and @USAO_EDNC announced that ATF agents arrested five individuals following a federal grand jury indictment in the Eastern District of North Carolina alleging their involvement in a firearms trafficking scheme: four were arrested in Maryland and one in Raleigh, North Carolina.
This enforcement action was conducted in collaboration with the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force—a federal task force chaired by the Homeland Security Advisor—to curb violent crime, address narcotics and firearms offenses, enforce quality-of-life and transit rules, and support local and federal police agencies.
Today, #ATF @ATFDirectorRC & @ATFWashington SAC Spotswood joined with @USAO_DC and @USMarshalsHQ to announce the arrest and dismantling of a firearms trafficking organization. Read More ⬇️
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ATF Washington retweeted
🚨1PM ET🚨 @USAttyPirro will host a press conference to announce federal charges stemming from a joint firearms-trafficking enforcement operation coordinated with the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force.
Watch live here ⬇️
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Today, Resident Agent in Charge Sessoms highlighted ATF’s crime gun expertise during the @RichmondPolice Safe Summer Initiative. @ATFWashington helped remove 213 illegally possessed firearms from Richmond’s streets—advancing a shared commitment to a safer community. #ATF
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The D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force made over 200 arrests this past week. @ATFWashington continues to collaborate with our partners to combat violent crime in the district.
Learn more: usmarshals.gov/news/press-re…
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ATF Washington retweeted
➡️ATF has published an Open Letter and FAQ on NFA transfers of short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, suppressors (silencers), and “any other weapons.”
➡️Still required: 4473s, NICS checks, compliance with state/local laws, and Form 20s for interstate transport of SBRs/SBSs.
More at atf.gov/news/press-releases/….
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Join @ATFWashington at the upcoming Fall 2026 Law Enforcement Career Fair! See ⬇️ for details and registration info.
All participants must register via the QR code on the flyer. #ATF #Recruitment
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ATF Washington retweeted
🚨Now is the time!
$60K bonus for new ATF Special Agents. $25K bonus for experienced agents transferring in.
Protect communities from illegal firearms, explosives, and arson. Dismantle trafficking networks. Arrest violent offenders. Uphold the Constitution.
This is more than a job, it’s a purpose. Apply now: atf.gov/join. #ATFJobs #NowHiring #Careers
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Nine illegally possessed firearms and dangerous narcotics removed from the streets of Richmond.
Together, @ATFWashington and our partners recovered the firearms while investigating a Richmond man who was sentenced to 11 years in prison for trafficking cocaine & fentanyl.
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Drequan Keymontay Peoples, 35, of Richmond, was sentenced today to 11 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine and fentanyl.
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ATF Washington retweeted
ANACOSTIA NEIGHBORHOOD: HELP KEEP YOUR COMMUNITY SAFE.
Submit a tip and help the D.C. Safe Task Force keep the Anacostia neighborhood and our nation’s capital safe and beautiful.
CALL 1-877-WANTED2 (926-8332) or SUBMIT A TIP at [email protected]
#USMarshals
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.@ATFWashington is partnering with @FairfaxCountyPD to offer a combined $10,000 reward for information related to a Non-Fatal Shooting. If you have info, ☎️ the Crime Solvers tip line at 866-411-8477. Read more ⬇️#ATF
$10,000 Reward Offered for Information on Non-Fatal Shooting. Full story here ➡️ fcpdnews.org/2026/09/22/1000…
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ATF Washington retweeted
Since August 2025, ATF and our 28 federal and local partners have continued working to make D.C. safer for residents and visitors by sharing intelligence and resources across the city. With 17,744 arrests and 2,073 crime guns seized from criminals, we are driving violent crime down throughout the D.C. region.
The Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force represents the largest collaboration of law enforcement agencies and the National Guard in modern history, united by a clear mission: to proactively end crime in a major American city.
#DCSafeBeautiful @ATFWashington
ALT ATF Special Agents in D.C., highlighting 17,744 total arrests and 2,073 guns seized by DC Safe & Beautiful Task Force on September 22, 2026.
ATF Washington retweeted
United Resolve Lynchburg Nets 140 Fugitives, Illegal Firearms, Fentanyl and Methamphetamine justice.gov/usao-wdva/pr/uni…
HAPPENING NOW: Special Agent in Charge Spotswood attends a press conference to stand with law enforcement partners to announce the results of Operation United Resolve where 140 people were arrested, 300 warrants executed and almost 30 illegal firearms were recovered. #ATF
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ATF Washington retweeted
🚨 This Week at ATF: ATF and our law enforcement partners took arsonists, a D.C. drug trafficker, a Mexican cartel operative, and a Florida bomb maker off the streets and into custody, ensuring they face justice. We also deployed cutting edge mobile crime fighting technology to Ohio and celebrated the exceptional dedication of our workforce during our annual awards. Every action we take reflects our unwavering commitment to combating violent crime and safeguarding communities nationwide. This is why we show up every day: to make America safer, one case at a time.
➡️ Arrested a drug boss in D.C., seizing large quantities of illicit narcotics bound for the streets
➡️ Assisted in the investigation into bomb maker in South Florida
➡️ Worked with Mexican officials to arrest violent Los Rusos cartel member
➡️ Arrested serial shooter in Detroit; NIBIN-linked shootings led to confession
➡️ Investigated $1.3M arson; led to six arrests in Virginia
➡️ Honored 300+ ATF employees and partners at annual awards ceremonies
ATF remains committed to removing violent criminals, arsonist, and firearms and drug traffickers from neighborhoods across our nation. Learn more at atf.gov. #WeAreATF