A report published on 20 November 2022 said gambling researchers described Hamburg as a hotspot for illegal gambling venues. It noted that responsibility for the issue rests with several authorities.
The report concerns illegal gambling venues and the division of enforcement responsibilities in Hamburg.
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Gespa says it can open administrative proceedings or refer suspected offences to prosecutors when it identifies illegal gambling within its remit in Switzerland. It says Swisslos and Loterie Romande are the only operators authorised to offer online lotteries and sports betting, and that it asks internet providers to block other operators.
Italian authorities uncovered six illegal gambling venues in Prato during a series of raids from 2 to 23 October. The operation involved the Customs and Monopolies Agency, local police, the Finance Police and Carabinieri; officers seized cash, premises and computers, and reported four people in connection with one venue. The Prato prosecutor’s office said it would continue efforts against illegal gambling despite investigative resource limits.
Authorities in Prato uncovered six illegal gambling venues during a series of raids between 2 and 23 October, according to a statement from the Prato public prosecutor's office. The operation was carried out jointly by the Customs and Monopolies Agency (ADM), local police, the Finance Police and the Carabinieri. Officers seized premises, cash and computers, and reported four people in connection with one venue.
Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism, through its casino and gaming machines directorate, closed six illegal gambling venues in Lambayeque and Huánuco, the ministry said. Officials seized 32 slot machines in Chiclayo and 12 machines and 41 computers used for unauthorised online sports betting in Leoncio Prado. The ministry said it had ordered the closure of 19 illegal sports betting venues and 14 clandestine slot halls so far in 2026.
Linares Mayor Mario Meza led an inspection operation targeting illegal gaming machines in Linares, Chile, reportedly on 12 October 2026. Authorities inspected four venues and cited three to answer for irregularities; Meza said controls would continue without prior notice.
British police raided four illegal gambling venues in central Manchester. Officers arrested four people and seized more than £20,000 in cash. One suspect faces allegations including money laundering and providing illegal gambling.