Hello from Auburn, Indiana! My name is Mark Stump and I am the Captain for the Auburn Police Department. I found this site shortly after being called by Lori Hyde regarding the Auburn Thompson #8946. I had been working on getting our Thompson back for a couple of years at the time she called, and finally have some news I thought some might like to hear. Colt Thompson #8946, which was stolen October 14, 1933 from the Auburn Police Department armory by members of the Dillinger Gang, has been approved for return to our department by the FBI. It has been a long drawn out affair, but the call came early this week informing us that we will be receiving it in the very near future, once they decide how it will be returned. The FBI is leaning towards some type of PR event as opposed to simply shipping, but at this point I don't care how we get it back. Once back in our possesion it will be placed on display for anyone with an interest to enjoy. If you're ever in Auburn, stop by and I'll get you a good look at it.
