Hotlines
Arson Hotline: 1-888-ATF-FIRE (1-888-283-3473)
Bomb Hotline: 1-888-ATF-BOMB (1-888-283-2662)
Report Illegal Firearms Activity: 1-800-ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867)
Firearms Theft Hotline: 1-888-930-9275
National Tracing Center: 1-800-788-7133/1-800-578-7223 (FAX) (Law
Enforcement Only)
Report Stolen, Hijacked or Seized Cigarettes: 1-800-659-6242
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 ยง 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:
First, call the nearest ATF office or the toll free number 1-888-283-2662
for information on the ATF office located nearest you.
Second, call your local law enforcement office to report the theft
or loss.
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.