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NGCB arrests suspect in NCAA illegal sports wagering case
Nevada's Gaming Control Board said it arrested a suspect in connection with illegal sports wagering activity involving the NCAA. The source headline does not identify the suspect or provide further details.
Federal District police investigate illegal betting scheme after R$3.4bn blocked
The Federal District Civil Police launched Operation Azzardo in Brazil on 5 November, following information sent by the Finance Ministry’s Secretariat of Prizes and Betting about five months earlier. Investigators uncovered companies allegedly used to receive payments from people deceived by illegal betting sites, and blocked just over R$3.4bn; a fintech reportedly moved about R$1bn for the group, according to the ANJL.
The Federal District Civil Police launched Operation Azzardo on Thursday, according to the Brazilian gaming association ANJL. The operation targeted a scheme involving illegal betting houses and ended with the blocking of just over R$3.4bn. The ANJL said the case is further evidence of the size of the clandestine betting market in Brazil.
Bexar County deputies raid seven alleged gambling venues in San Antonio
Bexar County deputies raided seven game rooms in San Antonio before dawn on Wednesday, detaining 23 people and seizing an estimated 500 to 600 gambling machines. Sheriff Javier Salazar said winners allegedly received trading cards that could be exchanged for cash at a neighbouring business; 13 detainees were expected to face charges or outstanding warrants.
Catania police suspend bar and betting shop for seven days
Catania police said the city’s police chief ordered a seven-day suspension of a bar and betting shop in the Antico Corso district. The measure followed checks that found people with criminal records regularly gathering there; authorities described the premises as a potential risk to public order and safety.
Catania's State Police notified the owner of a bar and betting shop in the Antico Corso district of a temporary suspension of its activity for seven days. The measure was ordered by the police chief under article 100 of the consolidated public security law (TULPS).
Como police find minors in gaming hall during checks
Como police said checks at entertainment venues across the province, intensified around Halloween 2026, found minors inside a gaming hall. The inspections, coordinated with the Guardia di Finanza, also identified other irregularities that led to administrative sanctions and referrals to relevant authorities for possible further action.
Police in Como found minors inside a gaming hall during checks on local premises. The checks were stepped up around Halloween 2026 and covered several municipalities in the province. They targeted gaming halls, betting shops, bars, restaurants and other public establishments.