Recognizing and Investigating Emerging Firearm Crime

Using trained investigators, the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN), ATF e‐Trace and multiple investigative processes, the City of Miami Police Department Crime Gun Intelligence Detail (MPD CGID) continues to analyze firearms tactics and technology utilized by cross-jurisdictional criminal networks and coordinates investigative and prosecretory efforts.

This presentation details firearm crime associated with Personally Made Firearms (PMFs) and Machinegun Conversion Devices (MCDs).  MPD CGID Detective Robert Thompson will present an overview of what these firearms and devices look like, how they function, and the current trend within the jurisdictions of South Florida.  Also discussed are “red flag” behaviors concerning PMFs and MCDs, to include what to look for and how MPD extracts intelligence from these firearms through the combination of test fire, NIBIN, and e-Trace investigations.  Additionally, Detective Thompson will discuss how this intelligence has created a targeted enforcement program designed to identify Violent Impact Players (VIPs).