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bullet Arson Hotline: 1-888-ATF-FIRE (1-888-283-3473)

bullet Bomb Hotline: 1-888-ATF-BOMB (1-888-283-2662)

bullet Report Illegal Firearms Activity: 1-800-ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867)

bullet Firearms Theft Hotline: 1-800-800-3855

bullet Firearms Tracing Center: 1-800-788-7133/1-800-578-7223 (FAX) (Law Enforcement Only)

bullet Report Stolen, Hijacked or Seized Cigarettes: 1-800-659-6242

bullet Other Criminal Activity: 1-888-ATF-TIPS (1-888-283-8477)

Important: Agricultural retailers or anyone who encounters a stranger or suspicious person whom you suspect is purchasing ammonium nitrate fertilizer or other agricultural products for criminal purposes, please pay attention to the person's description and attire, attempt to discreetly obtain a vehicle license number, and immediately call 1-800-800-3855 or your nearest local law enforcement agency.

Explosives Theft/Loss

Any person who has knowledge of the theft or loss of any explosive materials from their stock must report such theft or loss within 24 hours of discovery to ATF and to appropriate local authorities. (Regulations at 27 CFR § 55.30, implementing section 842(k), require that the report of theft or loss be made by telephone and in writing to ATF).

Upon discovery of any theft or loss of any of your explosive materials:

bullet First, call the nearest ATF office or the toll free number 1-888-283-2662 for information on the ATF office located nearest you.

bullet Second, call your local law enforcement office to report the theft or loss.

bullet Third, complete the report form (ATF Form F 5400.5) and attach any additional sheets or invoices necessary to provide the required information and mail or fax it to the ATF office located nearest you.

Please complete each item, as applicable, to the best of your ability.


 

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