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Industry
October 18, 2024
Pro Poker Player Awaits Sentencing in Vegas Bookmaking Scheme
At the end of August, we reported on the case of a professional poker player from Long Beach, California who admitted to money laundering and running an illegal bookmaking business. At the time, Damien LeForbes filed an agreement to plead guilty to the federal charges in Las Vegas and California after previously signing a plea […]
Industry
October 18, 2024
Police in South Korea Busts Ring Luring Teens to Illegal Gambling Sites
South Korea is stepping up its efforts against illegal gambling after taking down a gambling ring that targeted teenagers. Nine People Were Charged, Close to 200 Teenagers Gambled Online An extensive investigation by the Daejeon Metropolitan Police Agency resulted in the arrest of nearly a dozen people, suspected of operating illegal gambling websites, local media […]
Industry
October 18, 2024
Illegal Gambling in Turkey Fuels Youth Crisis, Politician Warns
It takes a comprehensive approach to effectively combat unlawful gambling, especially in the digital age. Illegal online gambling operations are easy to set up and can bring exponential harm which is why countries across the globe constantly fight the black market. During a recent speech, one MP in Turkey warned about the dangers of illegal […]
Legal
October 17, 2024
Andy Sanborn Arrested Over Fraud Allegations, Complicating Concord Casino Sale
Former New Hampshire state senator and Concord Casino owner Andy Sanborn has been arrested for alleged fraud and misappropriation of pandemic relief funds. He reportedly manipulated the casino’s revenue figures to obtain an extra $188,474.33 from the state’s Main Street Relief Fund program to support small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Both Sides Levy Significant […]
Industry
October 17, 2024
SOGA X Operation Leads to 5,100 Illegal Soccer Gambling Arrests
In a sweeping international crackdown on illegal soccer gambling, authorities made over 5,100 arrests and seized more than $59 million in illicit proceeds. Operation SOGA X Rescued Over 650 Human Trafficking Victims Unfolded under code named SOGA X, the operation took place between June and July 2024 and involved the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) […]
Industry
October 17, 2024
Former Ozzy Osbourne Band Member Shot in Vegas
Earlier this week, we reported that a private company will step up to strengthen security personnel at casinos across Las Vegas. This will be the goal of Protective Force International, a security company that recently won contracts with nearly two dozen casinos in Sin City, helping ramp up security. Despite those efforts and the vigilance […]
Industry
October 16, 2024
Vietnam: $70M Illegal Gambling Ring Results in Dozen Arrests
Gambling remains prohibited in many countries across Asia and while in some jurisdictions it is completely banned, others permit it under strict rules. Despite the tough laws that in some cases carry lengthy prison sentences, illegal gambling remains a challenge for countries in the region. Police Seize Cash, Electronic Devices and Jewelry In one operation […]
Blockchain
October 16, 2024
German Tied to $150M Crypto Scam on the Lam in the US
Horst Jicha was placed under house arrest at his home in New York as he was looking to stand trial for a $150-million crypto scam. However, the man has gone missing, and is effectively on the lam, with law enforcement trying to locate him. Man Behind $150M Crypto Scam Disappears Jicha was due to appear […]
Sports
October 16, 2024
Case Against Teacher Who Allegedly Ran Illegal Betting with Students Not to Proceed
The case targeting a betting ring, allegedly run by a teacher, Phil Saunders, with the help of his students, has hit a dead end after the magistrate presiding over the case has been overheard expressing bias before trial, arguing that he “couldn’t wait” to find the defendant guilty. Magistrate’s Lack of Impartiality Endangers Important Case […]
Casino
October 16, 2024
Private Company Steps up to Bolster Security Staff Shortage at Vegas Casinos
Las Vegas has historically attracted criminals. Yet, from its early days tied to the Mafia to present-day incidents that are now thankfully isolated cases, Sin City has prioritized security. More Security to Beef Up Vegas Casinos and Streets However, an incident from earlier this year, when a man stabbed two Red Rock Resort employees in […]
