ATF Wants People to Rat on Their Exes as a ‘Valentine’s Day Surprise’
“Got an ex who buys or sells guns illegally? We would love to meet and treat them to a Valentine’s Day surprise!” the agency tweeted.

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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering an unforgettable Valentine’s Day experience for that certain, special scofflaw. “Valentine’s Day can still be fun even if you broke up,” the ATF HQ tweeted Monday, adding, “Got an ex who buys or sells guns illegally? We would love to meet and treat them to a Valentine’s Day surprise!” Those looking to take them up on the last-minute gift idea can place an order via the ATF tip hotline.
Valentine's Day can still be fun even if you broke up. Do you have information about a former (or current) partner involved in illegal gun activity? Let us know, and we will make sure it's a Valentine's Day to remember! Call 1-888-ATF-TIPS or email ATFTips@atf.gov. pic.twitter.com/OdDIPdIzkr
— ATF HQ (@ATFHQ) February 14, 2022
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