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Andalusian police propose sanction over illegal bingo in Torremolinos

Enforcement & compliance

Andalusia’s National Police unit reported finding unauthorised bingo games at a hospitality venue in Torremolinos, where more than 40 people took part. Officers seized gaming materials and proposed a sanction; the Junta de Andalucía’s Málaga gambling and public-events service will continue the administrative case.

The case signals enforcement against unlicensed bingo activity that the police said competed with licensed operators.

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Galveston police seize more than $2m in alleged illegal gambling assets

Galveston police conducted 21 search-and-arrest warrants across the county on 29 October, targeting an alleged illegal gambling network. Police seized $2m in cash and assets, a preliminary figure, and raided 14 businesses. Four people were charged with organised criminal activity, each with a $250,000 bond.

The Vice and Narcotics Unit of the Galveston Police Department carried out 21 search-and-arrest warrants countywide on Thursday, October 29. Police seized electronic eight-liner machines, which are similar to slot machines, in the City of Galveston, Texas City and La Marque.

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