The Florida Gaming Control Commission and the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office continue to work together as they move against the illegal land-based gambling sector in the state.
FGCC and Police Bust Two Illegal Locations in Florida
In the latest operation, which saw the regulatory and enforcement agencies collaborate, a total of 69 unlicensed slot machines were seized. Raids were conducted on Wednesday, May 27, across two locations in Sarasota County.
The sting, which was called Operation Early Morning, saw two search warrants executed at 4235 Clark Road in Sarasota and at Bingo Palace at 2029 South Tamiami Trail in Venice.
As a result, investigators were able to seize 30 slot machines in Sarasota and 39 slot machines at the Venice venue, along with $62,376 recovered in cash. This is the latest move against the illegal gambling sector, which has continued to proliferate in Florida despite the regulatory pushback and active law enforcement…