BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA)— An illegal gambling operation was shut down at a Bradenton arcade, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.
New Winners Circle Arcade, located at 4307 26th Street West, was shut down after an investigation into illegal gambling activities.
According to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, undercover detectives confirmed that the business was operating electronic slot and gaming machines in violation of state law.
On Nov. 10, tactical unit detectives executed a search warrant and seized the following items:
- 58 slot machines at an approximate value of $290,000.
- 51 computer towers at an approximate value of $15,300.
- One DVR
- $19,055 in cash
No customers or employees were arrested on Monday at the arcade, but the business owner is under investigation…