Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Washington Field Division

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ATF, FBI, Imperial PD Seek Tips in 2017 Homicide

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Reward Notice

Contact: Nicole Lozano
951-205-1395
@LosAngelesATF
For Immediate Release
Friday, March 6, 2026

ATF, FBI, Imperial PD Seek Tips in 2017 Homicide

ATF Contributes $5K to Joint Reward Bringing Total Reward to $15K in Yunique Puckett Murder

IMPERIAL, CA - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Los Angeles Field Division is contributing $5,000 toward a joint reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of those who were involved in the homicide of Yunique Marie Puckett (nee Dorme). In the early morning of Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, an arson investigation uncovered that a residential fire was set to mask the homicide of Yunique Puckett and destroy evidence.

"ATF is unwavering in its resolve to confront and bring to justice the violent criminals who employ firearms and acts of arson to victimize our communities," said Special Agent in Charge Kenny Cooper. "Through strong collaboration with our dedicated local and federal law enforcement partners, ATF will continue to thoroughly investigate, positively identify, and vigorously prosecute these dangerous individuals ensuring stronger, safer communities."

ATF's Los Angeles Field Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) San Diego Field Office, and Imperial Police Department are offering a $15,000 total reward. Please contact ATF, FBI, or Imperial Police Department to provide tips to investigators.

ATF is the is the federal agency primarily responsible for administering and enforcing the criminal and regulatory provisions of the federal laws pertaining to destructive devices, explosives, and arson. More information about ATF and its programs is available at www.atf.gov.

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