The number of firearm robberies is up, and stolen guns are available on the open market. The ATF (Alcohol, Tabacco and Firearms) wants the public to be aware of actions by these criminals.

Before Christmas in Dickson

(Above photo) Surveillance of Dickson gun robbery.

On Dec. 19, 2017, Golden Eagle Pawn, 1836 Highway 46 South, Dickson, was burglarized and approximately 19 firearms were reported stolen to the Dickson Police Department. ATF industry operations investigators responded to the FFL and are in the process of conducting an inventory to determine the exact number of firearms stolen.

ATF is offering the reward in the amount of up to $2,500, which will be matched by the NSSF for a total reward of up to $5,000. This reward is part of a larger national cooperative initiative between the NSSF and ATF in which NSSF matches ATF's reward in cases involving the theft of firearms from federally licensed firearms retailers. ATF works closely with members of the firearm industry to curb the criminal acquisition and misuse of firearms.

Christmas Day in Clarksville

Do you recognize anyone in the above Clarksville surveillance photos?

On Dec. 25, 2017, Double Tap Tactical, 1064 S. Riverside Drive, Clarksville, was burglarized and approximately 31 firearms were reported stolen to the Clarksville Police Department. ATF industry operations investigators responded to the FFL and are in the process of conducting an inventory to determine the exact number of firearms stolen.

ATF is offering the reward in the amount of up to $2,500, which will be matched by the NSSF for a total reward of up to $5,000. This reward is part of a larger national cooperative initiative between the NSSF and ATF in which NSSF matches ATF's reward in cases involving the theft of firearms from federally licensed firearms retailers. ATF works closely with members of the firearm industry to curb the criminal acquisition and misuse of firearms.

Anyone with information about this crime should contact ATF at (800) ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867). Information can also be sent to ATF via the mobile app www.reportit.com by using the Nashville Field Division as the location.