Crime & Safety
Dozens Of Firearms Stolen From La Vergne Gun Store
The ATF and La Vergne Police are looking for multiple people who stole 39 guns from Specialty Arms in La Vergne.
LA VERGNE, TN — La Vergne Police and federal agents believe "multiple people" stole more than three dozen firearms from a gun store early Saturday morning.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives says at least four people broke into Specialty Arms on Old Nashville Highway between 4 and 5 a.m. Saturday, making off with at least 39 guns. The ATF says the robbery was a pre-planned smash-and-grab, but released no other suspect information.
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Two vehicles, one black and one gray, were used as getaway cars. Investigators believe both are stolen.
The ATF is offering a $2,500 reward for information on the theft, matched by a $2,500 reward from the National Shooting Sports Foundation.
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Anyone with information about the theft should contact the ATF at (800) ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867) or the La Vergne Police Department (615) 793-7744.
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