ATF Washington

Official account for ATF's Washington Field Division, covering the District of Columbia and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

Late last night @ATFWashington National Capital Region Arson and Explosive Task Force responded to an explosive incident near Kenyon St. NW DC and are working closely with @dcfireems and @DCPoliceDept during this ongoing investigation. Additional information is forthcoming. #ATF

[ATF HQ @ATFHQ]

This Veterans Day, we honor and thank the 1,290 veterans who continue serving our nation as members of the ATF team. Their sacrifice, commitment, and dedication to service strengthens our mission every day.

To all veterans, thank you for your service to our country and your continued impact on our communities. Your sacrifice and dedication have made our nation stronger and our communities safer.

For those interested in continuing their service, ATF offers opportunities to make an impact in the fight against violent crime. Learn more at https://t.co/6XrzE5xPtD. #VeteransDay #WeAreATF

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

SAC Spotswood met with our @ASIS_Intl partners @SecretService training facility. We continue to #MakeDCSafeAgain through meaningful law enforcement collaborations. Together we are stronger. #ATF #ASIS

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

Today, @ATFWashington participated in the 2026 Fall Law Enforcement Career Fair @NationalGuard. Apply to #ATF today https://t.co/j6nFZDqJgw

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

.@ATFWashington SAC Anthony Spotswood and @SecretService Director Sean Curran take a moment to discuss future partnership opportunities @TheIACP.

[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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.

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

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 ⬇️
https://t.co/bPKjPR7gSF

[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

🚨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 ⬇️
https://t.co/loqGSAbgta

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

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

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

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: https://t.co/jkxLlM5xO8

[ATF HQ @ATFHQ]

➡️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 https://t.co/Es3brUq6RA.

[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

D.C. Man Gets 10 Years in Prison for November 2025 Shooting at Power Nightclub. @ATFWashington

[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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[U.S. Attorney DC @USAO_DC]

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[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

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

[ATF HQ @ATFHQ]

🚨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: https://t.co/ylv9gnYZgd. #ATFJobs #NowHiring #Careers

[ATF Washington @ATFWashington]

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.

[U.S. Attorney EDVA @EDVAnews]

Drequan Keymontay Peoples, 35, of Richmond, was sentenced today to 11 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine and fentanyl.
https://t.co/ZkDP9z2l5a

[U.S. Marshals Service @USMarshalsHQ]

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