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November 1, 2024
San Francisco City Attorney Goes After Illegal Gambling
To this end, San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu has said that his office is now targeting convenience stores in the Tenderloin District, which investigators believe to be a front for illegal gambling businesses. All enforcement actions come after careful surveillance of the venues in question and involved undercover operations on the part of the […]
Industry
November 1, 2024
Illegal Gambling Parlors in Ohio Raided, Cash and Machines Seized
A large number of illegal gambling machines and close to $100,000 in cash were seized recently during raids in Akron, Ohio. Seven Locations Raided by Police The actions of law enforcement follow a months-long investigation into illegal gambling in the city. A total of seven warrants were executed by police officers in Akron, WKYC reported […]
Industry
November 1, 2024
Explosives Threat at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Leads to Arrest
On September 30, the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa in Florida was evacuated on two occasions after two concealed devices were uncovered on site. The explosive devices with radio control were found inside two restrooms at the venue. Now, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) confirmed that a man, suspected of placing the devices was […]
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October 31, 2024
Florida: DeLand Woman Arrested at Gambling Cafe After Stealing $100K
An in-home caretaker in DeLand, Florida, was recently arrested after allegedly stealing more than $100,000 from a senior couple. Suspect Arrested, Bail Set at $60,000 The 56-year-old woman with the initials Y.W. was detained recently by officers from the Volusia Sheriff’s Office. The arrest was made earlier this week at what appears to be a […]
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October 31, 2024
Gambler Pleads Guilty in Betting Scheme with Jontay Porter
Earlier this year, a betting scandal erupted with allegations against the Toronto Raptors center, Jontay Porter, who allegedly participated in betting activities, that shook the NBA. The scandal resulted in Porter’s ban from the NBA, while an investigation into the unlawful actions continued. Now, a second person involved in the betting scheme that included the […]
Legal
October 31, 2024
Hoover Dam Remains Identified as Las Vegas Man Missing for 30 Years
After 15 years of painstaking investigation and advanced genetic testing, Arizona authorities confirmed this week that human remains discovered near the Hoover Dam in 2009 belong to William Herman Hietamaki, a Michigan-born man who had lived in Las Vegas. Hoover Dam Discovery Ends 30-Year Search for Missing Michigan Man When builders digging into Highway 93 […]
Industry
October 31, 2024
Michigan Men Plead Guilty in Illegal Storefront Casino Case
Two men who faced felony charges over running an illegal gambling business in Flint, Michigan, recently pleaded guilty. Investigation Helps Shut Down Gambling Business Without a License The case involves a 52-year-old Grand Blanc resident identified with the initials L.A.K., as well as a 55-year-old Saginaw resident with the initials R.J. The duo recently pleaded […]
Industry
October 30, 2024
Illegal Gambling and Fraud Ring Busted in Porterville, California
The attempted use of a stolen credit card resulted in the dismantlement of an illegal gambling business and fraudulent operation in Tulare County, California. Six People Suspected of Fraud, Illegal Gambling Arrested Law enforcement released details regarding the operation which was conducted last week. An announcement from the Porterville Police Department confirms that three addresses […]
Industry
October 30, 2024
Gambling Addict Who Killed Two Sex Workers Faces Lowered Charges
Gambling addiction may push people into different unlawful activities. Some consider fraud, scams or theft as a way to accumulate funds quickly to settle a gambling debt or fuel their gambling while others may cross a line by committing even more serious crimes such as murder. That is the case of a Chinese national who […]
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October 30, 2024
Michigan Coin Dealer Accused of Fraud and Gambling Away Customer Funds
In Michigan, coin and jewelry merchant Matthew Joseph Burton, age 52, stands accused of several serious crimes. Coin Shop Owner Accused of Defrauding Clients to Fuel $5M Slot Machine Habit Burton stole hefty amounts from his patrons, money they had given him to buy gold and silver. He did not give them the metals they […]
