Authorities are offering a reward in the theft case of several rifles stolen from a vehicle in Anniston.

The vehicle break-in happened one week ago - on Monday, May 8. Authorities said several high-value weapons were stolen between the hours of 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. Among the guns taken were a Steyr AUG rifle and a Steyr SSG-04 rifle.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, in a joint effort with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, has announced a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction for those responsible for the theft.

ATF officials said they have identified a person of interest, but are still looking not only for additional suspect information but also the whereabouts of the stolen guns. The weapons, they said, may end up being sold on the internet and ATF wants the public and potential buyers to be aware the weapons are stolen.

ATF is offering a reward of up to $2,500, which will be matched by the NSSF for a total reward of up to $5,000. Additionally, ATF will offer a reward for individual firearms surrendered to law enforcement as part of this theft, said ATF spokesman Michael Knight.

Anyone with information is asked to contact ATF at 1-800-ATF-GUNS (1-800-283-4867) or the Anniston Police Department at 256-238-1800. Information can also be sent to ATF via the mobile app www.reportit.com by using the Nashville field division as the location.