Don't Lie for the Other Guy! International travelers are advised not to engage in straw purchasing, illegal buying of firearms for prohibited persons. With enhanced penalties, we're committed to preventing gun trafficking risks at FIFA World Cup 2026™. #FIFAWorldCup2026
ATF Charlotte
871 posts
The ATF Charlotte Field Division is responsible for law enforcement operations targeting firearms, explosives, violent crime & arson in both NC and SC.
Joined November 2018
- ATF today joined @CMPD, @USAO_WDNC, local and federal law enforcement partners & community members to recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Day and highlight partnerships and initiatives aimed at addressing violent gun crime.
- REWARD: ATF is offering up to $5,000 for information on multiple shootings in Duplin and Sampson counties. Anyone with information about the recent shootings should contact ATF at 1-888-ATF-TIPS.
- ATF joined @USAO_WDNC and local and federal partners today to highlight the results of Operation Clean Sweep, a 3-month long initiative targeting violent offenders, drug traffickers, and armed felons. Full release from the U.S. Attorney here justice.gov/usao-wdnc/pr/u…
- ATF Charlotte repostedEver considered becoming a federal agent? Now is the time to join! New agents qualify for up to a $60,000 signing bonus and experienced law enforcement professionals can receive up to $25,000 to transfer. Tackle violent crime involving firearms, arson, and explosives. Enjoy full
- 17 ATF K9s from the East Coast are in Charlotte for annual recertification training. K9s are given odor recognition tests & participate with their handlers in real-world simulations at locations across the city. More info on ATF K9s here atf.gov/explosives/enf…
- Remembering the brave men and women who gave their lives to protect our freedoms. #MemorialDay
- ATF Charlotte repostedThe new ATF Forensic Crime Gun Intelligence Laboratory is purpose-built to transform how law enforcement investigates violent firearms crimes. As the first forensic laboratory to specialize in DNA recovery from fired cartridge cases, FCGIL combines advanced DNA collection and
00:00 - ATF Charlotte repostedToday, ATF, in partnership with Wichita State University and its Midwest Criminal Justice Institute, announced the grand opening of the ATF Forensic Crime Gun Intelligence Laboratory on the Wichita State University’s Innovation Campus. U.S. Senator @JerryMoran (R-Kan.), Acting
- ATF Charlotte repostedToday, ATF Director Robert Cekada stood a solemn watch at the ATF Memorial, paying tribute to the agents who gave their lives in service to our nation. During #PoliceWeek, we pause to respect, honor, and remember their sacrifice, and to reaffirm our commitment to the continue the
- ATF Charlotte repostedOur sincere sympathies are with @GWDSCPolice and the family and friends of Police Officer Don Keller, who was killed in a head-on collision during a pursuit. Officer Keller was a veteran of the U.S. Army and National Guard, and served with the police department for three years.
- ATF Charlotte repostedATF Director Robert Cekada, and other ATF leaders, visited the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C., last week to place ATF markers, and honor and remember the sacrifices made by those who lost their lives serving and protecting communities. The memorial

















