HOUSTON, Texas — Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division of Constable Mark Herman’s Office uncovered an illegal gambling operation at a business along Veterans Memorial Drive, leading to charges against two individuals and the seizure of cash and equipment.
Authorities said tips led investigators to a sports and billiard bar in the 11200 block of Veterans Memorial Drive, where an investigation confirmed illegal gambling activity inside the strip shopping center location. Detectives reported finding nearly 70 illegal gambling machines at the business.
After obtaining and executing a search warrant, investigators seized more than $5,700 in cash believed to be gambling proceeds, along with numerous gambling devices and documents related to the operation. 36-year-old Judyth Villalobos was charged with operating a gambling facility without a license or permit…