ATF Chicago

ATF Chicago Field Division is proud to share our investigative highlights from 2025. READ MORE: atf.gov/news/press-rel… This work was made possible through the close collaboration and dedication of our federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial partners. @ATFHQ @TheJusticeDept

Our deep sympathies are with @CFDMedia and the family and friends of Firefighter/EMT Michael Altman, who succumbed to injuries he received while fighting a residential fire the day prior. #LODD #LastAlarm @ATF_Chicago

Chicago Firefighter Michael Altman entered that building in Rogers Park without hesitation, as did his fellow firefighters. They went home, but he did not. There is a special place in Heaven for those who lose their lives running toward the flames to protect us. Let there also be a special place in our hearts for them too. May God bless Michael and may we gather as a city to support his family and colleagues who now carry the burden of his loss. @AFFI1935 @CFDMedia @CFDLocal2

ATF Chicago extends our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Chicago FF/EMT Michael Altman. ATF Special Agents/Certified Fire Investigators responded and are assisting the Chicago Fire Department as well as our other State and local partners.

Arkansas man sentenced to 17+ years for robbing Maryville motel 🔗justice.gov/usao-sdil/pr/a… @ATF_Chicago and Maryville PD led the investigation.

Hammond Man Sentenced to 151 Months in Prison “The Defendant has forfeited over 12 years of his life because he chose to peddle this poison in our communities.  We appreciate the hard work of the professionals at the BATFE and the Hammond Police Department that went into the investigation, arrest, and prosecution of this repeat offender.  The Northern District of Indiana is safer due to their efforts,” said Mildred. 🔗: justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/h… @ATF_Chicago @HammondINPolice

The Crime Gun Intelligence Center houses one of just 25 units in the country, pairing local detectives with ATF special agents. wane.com/top-stories/fo…

This morning, I met with the Fort Wayne Police Department and our federal partners to learn more about how they are working together to track down violent gun offenders using advanced, proven technology and enhanced investigative resources. Our law enforcement agencies are united in their pursuit of anyone who threatens public safety. I cannot state this strongly enough: If you choose to commit gun violence in Fort Wayne, you will be identified, you will be pursued, and you will be brought to justice.

NPD is proud to have been involved in a multi-agency investigation into the illegal sale of firearms in DuPage and Kane Counties that recently resulted in the arrest of a Aurora man on 72 counts relating to gunrunning, illegal possession, and other crimes. (1/2)

Attorney General Raoul Charges DuPage County Man With Gunrunning, Possessing Machine-Gun Conversion Devices ⁦@NapervillePD⁩ ⁦@AuroraPoliceIL⁩ ⁦@ILAttyGeneral⁩ ⁦@DuPageSAO⁩ ⁦@KaneSAO⁩ illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/news/story/att…

Responding to multiple 911 calls from the community, 9th District officers quickly arrested two armed offenders and recovered multiple firearms, including a short-barreled assault rifle with a machinegun conversion device. Read more here: chicagopolice.org/stories/sbr-re…

Two offenders have been charged in a crime spree that stretched from the north side to the south side, leaving two victims dead, in the early morning hours of February 11, 2026. Read about this investigation involving multiple units throughout CPD: chicagopolice.org/stories/crime-…

Northern District of Illinois | Two Individuals Arrested in Connection With Undercover Federal Firearm Investigation in Chicago Suburbs | United States Department of Justice ⁦@ILStatePolice⁩ justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/t…

#Scam Alert: FBI Chicago is seeking the public's help in identifying two unknown suspects posing as Special Agents, prosecutors, or federal law enforcement and are attempting to scam individuals out of money by claiming they are possible victims or suspects of a #fraud investigation. If you recognize these subjects or have any information regarding this scam, file a tip at tips.fbi.gov or if you are a victim, file a complaint with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. #seekinginformation #publicsafety

ATF is hiring Special Agents! Our Special Agents protect America’s communities by confronting violent crime driven by the illegal use of firearms, explosives, and acts of arson. Multiple positions are open nationwide. Apply now until 3/3/2026 at usajobs.gov/job/857912100. #ATFJobs

.@ATFHQ kept 4,359 illegal firearms and an average of 1,600 rounds per day out of the hands of violent drug gangs and cartels in Mexico since President Trump’s Inauguration. Thank you to the dedicated ATF Special Agents who work every day to keep America safe.

Happy #PresidentsDay from @ATFPhiladelphia Field Division

The Chicago Police Department honors Commander Paul R. Bauer #29, End of Watch: Feb. 13, 2018, who was shot and killed in the line of duty.  Learn more about Commander Bauer: cpdmemorial.org/fallen-officer…

South Bend Man Sentenced to 72 Months in Prison 🔗: justice.gov/usao-ndin/pr/s… @DEACHICAGODiv @ATF_Chicago @LSjcpd @southbendpolice @ISPBremen

#DYK? ATF has about 1,400 Task Force Officers nationwide. TFOs are local, state, or tribal law enforcement officers deputized to work with ATF. The partnership between federal and local agencies is a force multiplier, blending local knowledge with federal resources and authority.