Russian investigators shut 12 alleged illegal casinos across three cities
Russian investigators and police said they raided 12 suspected illegal casinos in Krasnoyarsk, Kansk and Achinsk on 29 April. Investigators said they arrested three people and seized 200 to 350 computers and cash ranging from 500,000 to 2 million roubles. The investigation is continuing, with some defendants released on bail pending trial.
The raids show enforcement action against venues allegedly posing as licensed bookmakers in three Russian cities.