ATF Philadelphia

Your call could save a life! Providing Gun Crime, Arson, or Explosives tips is easy and can be ANONYMOUS. ➡️ 1-888-ATF-TIPS (1-888-283-8477) ➡️ATFTips@atf.gov ➡️atf.gov/atf-tips. ➡️In Pa., text “ATFPHI” to 63975 & click the reportit® link that is texted back. #ATFTips

ATF protects America’s communities by confronting violent crime driven by the illegal use of firearms, explosives, and acts of arson. ATF works with law enforcement partners at the local, state, and federal level to identify and dismantle illegal firearms traffickers and bring violent criminals to justice. Learn more at atf.gov. #WeAreATF

Five Philadelphia Men Convicted at Trial of Conspiring to Commit at Least 29 Carjackings, Including Murders and Related Offenses “Our Philadelphia Carjacking Taskforce has been a game changer, as this case again demonstrates.   Through the teamwork of the U.S. Attorney’s Office Violent Crime Unit, the FBI, the Philadelphia Police Department, and our ATF Special Agents, we brought these dangerous criminals to justice.   As summer approaches, these convictions should be a deterrent to those who think they can terrorize this city.”   Eric DeGree, Special Agent in Charge ATF Philadelphia Field Division   @USAO_EDPA @FBIPhiladelphia @PhillyPolice

Mastermind Behind Targeted Bombing that Killed Clearfield Woman Guilty on All Charges Clint Addleman’s charges included malicious destruction of property by explosive or fire resulting in death. Addleman and his co-defendant Nevling constructed a destructive device—a bomb—concealed it inside a package and left it outside of the victim’s apartment door. That bomb detonated inside the apartment, killing the victim and causing a fire that destroyed the building. @WDPAnews @PAStatePolice See News Release ⬇️

A federal grand jury indicted three defendants on charges related to shootings, including felon-in-possession of firearms. The defendants, Franeek Cobb, 24, and Derrick Long, 29, are linked to violent incidents allegedly involving a mass shooting March 1 at Riverfront Live in Cincinnati, Ohio. Shaquille Ferguson, 24, was allegedly involved in an October 2025 shooting in downtown Cincinnati. ATF, in partnership with our federal and local law enforcement partners, is committed to investigating these cases thoroughly. We will continue to pursue justice and hold violent criminals accountable. Read more at justice.gov/usao-sdoh/pr/f…. #DisruptTheShootingCycle #WeAreATF

Watch: Funeral service for Corporal Timothy J. O’Connor, Jr. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Delvin Hutchinson of Stroudsburg, Pa., was sentenced to 60 months’ imprisonment for making false statements in connection with the acquisition and attempted acquisition of firearms, February 4, 2025. justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/s…

Kyle McLemore of Philadelphia was sentenced to 120 months in prison, three years of supervised release, and a $300 special assessment for selling illegal firearms, October 1, 2024. justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/y…

If Someone Pays You to Buy a Gun for Him, Don’t. It's a FEDERAL CRIME and you could end up in PRISON! Below are some Pennsylvanians who went to prison for STRAW PURCHASING offenses. ⬇️ Learn more about straw purchasing laws at atf.gov/firearms/dont-… #DontLieForTheOtherGuy

In support of @deahq Vape Enforcement Initiative, Philadelphia Field Division personnel seized 4000 fentanyl pills, 10 firearms, 2028 vape cartridges & pens, 3 kgs of cannabinoids, 171 kgs of THC packs, 206 kgs of marijuana & $320,783 in cash & assets & made 29 arrests.

BREAKING NEWS: @ATFPhiladelphia Arson and Explosives Task Force Members are assisting the Philadelphia Fire Marshal at a rowhouse fire in East Germantown this morning. For further information contact @PhillyFireDept, the lead investigating agency.

Congratulations to the latest graduates from the ATF Canine Training Center's Explosives Detection K-9 Course! Last week, six highly skilled K-9s and their dedicated human handlers successfully completed this rigorous training program. Attorney General Pam Bondi sent commemorative leashes to these newest K-9 teams, a thoughtful symbol of the unbreakable bond between the K-9s and their handlers. Learn more about ATF K-9s at atf.gov/explosives/enf…. #ATFK9 #TrustYourDog

Reporting gun crimes to ATF could save lives. If you know of someone using a firearm in crimes or supplying guns to felons or other prohibited persons, report it anonymously to ATF. 📞 Call: 1-888-ATF-TIPS (1-888-283-8477) 📧 Email: ATFtips@ATF.gov 🌐atf.gov/atf-tips 📲 App: ReportIt® mobile app, available for android and iOS #ATFTips

Tacony Charter Academy Students Graduate from ATF Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.) Program. “I congratulate Tacony Charter Academy’s G.R.E.A.T. graduates and wish you the best as you apply your newly developed skills.” Eric DeGree, SAC, @ATFPhiladelphia Field Div. #GREATProgram See News Release ⬇️ atf.gov/news/press-rel…

Today is National K-9 Veterans Day! 🐾 We honor the remarkable ATF K-9s who work tirelessly to combat crime, detect explosives, and uncover critical evidence. We also extend special recognition to Lady, the Explosive Detection K-9 from the ATF Houston Field Division, who retired earlier this month. Since 2019, Lady served diligently alongside her handler, contributing to numerous operations and helping to keep communities safe. Thank you, Lady, for your dedicated service. 🐕

On National #K9VeteransDay, we salute our military and law enforcement working dogs, like our own #ExplosivesDetectionK9 Lily and WWI hero Philly. #K9 #TrustYourDog Lean more about Lily at atf.gov/explosives/k9/… Learn more about Philly at philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/artifacts/arti…

Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Violent Home Invasion Robbery New Years Eve, 2019, Tyrek Byrd and two coconspirators carried out a violent home invasion robbery targeting a nail salon owner and his family. After terrorizing the family in their home for approximately 40 minutes, the robbers fled with thousands of dollars in business proceeds, jewelry, and other valuables. Byrd was convicted of conspiring to commit armed home invasion robberies, Hobbs Act robbery, and using and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. His coconspirator, Shaquan Brown, was previously sentenced to more than 22 years’ in prison, and coconspirator, Willie Singletary, received a sentence of 17 years’ imprisonment for their roles. @USAO_EDPA @FBIPhiladelphia See News Release ⬇️

Before most mass attacks, attackers often show concerning behaviors or exhibit signs that they are on a path to violence. You may be in a unique position to observe these signs in someone you know. Knowing the signs and sharing your concerns could be the key to preventing an attack of mass violence in your community. Learn more at fbi.gov/prevent.

Seven conspirators were sentenced to prison in 2024 for their roles in a firearms trafficking operation that flooded the City of Philadelphia with 292 guns over the course of five months. ➡️Edwin Burgos, the leader of the Philadelphia side of the operation, was sentenced to 120 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Fredrick Norman, the leader of the Atlanta side of the operation, was sentenced to 99 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Ernest Payton was sentenced to 63 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Kenneth Burgos was sentenced to 75 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Roger Millington was sentenced to 48 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Charles O’Bannon was sentenced to 33 months’ imprisonment. ➡️Stephen Norman was sentenced to 27 months’ imprisonment. justice.gov/usao-edpa/pr/l…

Johnny Quinones of Harrisburg, Pa., was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison for his role in straw purchasing firearms and attempted murder, November 14, 2025. justice.gov/usao-mdpa/pr/h…

Firearms Trafficking is a FEDERAL CRIME, and you could end up in PRISON for YEARS! Below are some Pennsylvanians who went to prison for STRAW PURCHASING offenses. ⬇️ Learn more about straw purchasing laws at atf.gov/firearms/dont-… #DontLieForTheOtherGuy