$5K Reward Offered In Gun Store Burglary, Theft

HOLLY SPRINGS, GA — A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to those responsible for the burglary and theft of firearms reported this week at Hi-Caliber Firearms in Holly Springs.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a $2,500 reward, and the National Shooting Sports Foundation plans to match that amount in connection to the case, the federal agency said.

ATF notes the incident was reported during the early morning hours of Nov. 28 at the gun store at 101 Overlook circle. The details about the thefts, including the number and type of firearms allegedly stolen, were not immediately made available.

"We take this crime very seriously," said SAC Arthur Peralta. "Firearms trafficking is a serious offense which results in significant federal prison time for the person or persons responsible."

ATF adds the firearms taken from the store "pose a potential danger to citizens, communities, and our overall quality of life."

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Anyone with information can contact ATF Gun Hotline at 1-800-ATF-GUNS (283-4867). Information can also be sent to ATFTips@atf.gov, through the ATF tips website or anonymously by visiting www.reportit.com.

See also:

• Holly Springs Gun Store Burglarized Twice in 2 Weeks
• 'Smash And Grab' Burglars Take Rifles From Gun Store: Police
• Stolen Truck Driven Into Holly Springs Gun Shop

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