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Poland Online Gambling Affiliates, Streamers Could Face Prison Time for Promotions

Proposed bill could see gambling affiliates and streamers as well as influencers sentenced up to 5 years in prison.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Tue, 06/16/2026 - 09:32

Overland Park Kansas Area Priest Allegedly Stole $160,000 From Parish to Gamble, Fuel a Luxurious Lifestyle

Father Richard Storey is accused of using a church credit card to steal funds over a four year period.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 06/13/2026 - 21:22

11 Arrested in Naples Florida Area Charged With Illegal Gambling, 81 Arrests so Far This Year

3,114 illegal machines and $1.7 million seized. 81 arrests.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Wed, 06/10/2026 - 22:38

North Carolina Law Enforcement Casts Wider Net on Fish Arcades, Latest Catch in Charlotte

Five arrested, 102 illegal gambling stations seized along with nearly $40,000 in cash and two firearms.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sun, 06/07/2026 - 13:12

Massachusetts Little League Official Allegedly Stole $250K From Team to Make Cash Withdrawals at Casinos

Prosecutors allege that between 2019 and 2024 Christopher Gerstel made more than 200 wire transfers from the league's umpire-payment system into his personal bank account.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sat, 06/06/2026 - 19:45

Two Men Plead Guilty in Southern California Casino Ambush Robberies

Juan Gabriel Gonzalez, 22, and Dereck Nathan Lopez, 21 plead guilty to the brazen ambush robberies, some of which occurred along the highway after victims left the casino.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 06/04/2026 - 20:46

11 Arrested in Interstate Illegal Dafabet Betting Racket

Southern India's Telangana Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Special Investigation Team (SIT) traced victim's funds through a complex web of 46 mule bank accounts operating across eight layers.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Wed, 06/03/2026 - 16:42

Former Portage Indiana Mayor Skeptical of Claims Lodged Against Sports Betting Biz: Allegations Include Rape Threats, Drug Cartel Involvement

Portage, Indiana former Mayor says he has extensive experience dealing with the U.S. attorney's office serving Northwest Indiana and expressed skepticism over any criminal accusations coming out of that office.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 05/29/2026 - 14:13

Former Craven County, North Carolina Commissioner Facing Multiple Criminal Charges in Gambling Case

A former Craven County, North Carolina commissioner is facing multiple criminal charges following a multi-agency investigation into illegal video gaming and gambling machines across the county.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Thu, 05/28/2026 - 21:31

Kansas City Casino Killer Still on the Run: Part of Violent Stretch of Five Killings There This Week

Police have not yet arrested anyone in connection to Monday night's fatal shooting in a parking garage at Bally's Kansas City casino.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Thu, 05/28/2026 - 20:51

Terry Rozier Gambling Case Just Got Far Worse as Mississippi Influencer Tied to Alleged Scheme Pleads Guilty

Feds claim the former Miami Heat player Terry Rozier accepted a $100K bribe as part of sports betting scheme.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 05/28/2026 - 20:22

Carson, Mississippi Sports Handicapper, Influencer Marves Fairley Pleads Guilty to Bribing Players

Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn claim the Mississippi-based sports handicapper bought inside information on former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier’s deliberate underperformance in a 2023 game.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Thu, 05/28/2026 - 15:48

89-Year-Old Accused of Running Illegal Gambling Business Out of Cape Coral Florida

Last year, the Cape Coral Police Department determined that similar gambling machines were calibrated to ensure losses. In Florida, machines must be calibrated to at least 85% or higher for payouts.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Wed, 05/27/2026 - 20:16

Green Bay Packers Josh Jacobs Arrested for Domestic Violence: Doesn't Bode Well for Packers 2026 Odds

Green Bay Packers star running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday and booked on several domestic violence charges, according to the Hobart-Lawrence (Wisconsin) Police Department.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Tue, 05/26/2026 - 22:22

Multiple Lawmen on the Take in NW Indiana Gambling Ring According to Court Docs: Drug Cartel Involvement Too?

The NBC Chicago investigative team has learned that an alleged mob-connected gambling operation based mostly out of Hammond, Indiana area relied on corrupt law enforcement officials to help them make millions of dollars from illegal wagers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 05/26/2026 - 21:50

Laurel Maryland Man Sentenced for Stealing 4,800 DOJ Phones Blew Most of the Money on Gambling

Javan King used the proceeds mostly to gamble at MGM casinos and on the FanDuel sports betting site.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 05/26/2026 - 17:01

Deadly Shooting Outside Kansas City Casino

One man was pronounced dead at the scene and the suspect is on the run.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 05/26/2026 - 09:56

Hammond Indiana Bookie Allegedly Used Movie Quotes as Violent Code

Hammond Indiana welcome sign with the quote "Paint Houses"

Bookie Alexander Gagianis offered to become an enforcer in bookie business that was taken down last month. He referenced quotes from "The Irishman" that included the term "paint houses", meaning to dispose of bodies.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Sun, 05/24/2026 - 12:53

'They Are Hurting My Mother!': Several Hard Rock Atlantic City Security Guards Suspended After Tackling Mom

Camillia Williams, 37, of Philadelphia, sustained injuries during the incident.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 05/23/2026 - 23:32

Three South Carolina Suspects Charged With Murder, Kidnapping After Luring Victim to NC Casino

Victim, only identified as "M.B.G", was allegedly lured to the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in North Carolina under the pretense that one of those charged was going to date him.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Thu, 05/21/2026 - 13:36

High Stakes Poker Pro Ye Shen Charged With Writing Two Bad Checks at Vegas Casino

Other poker players have accused Shen in the past of cheating.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Tue, 05/19/2026 - 23:21

Woman Steals Rolex Right Off Man's Wrist While Gambling at Pennsylvania Casino

Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Gaming Enforcement has released a photo of the suspect and her license plate.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 05/19/2026 - 21:06

Lake County Indiana Sheriff Scrutiny Grows Over Restaurant Ties to Massive Sports Betting Ring

All 22 defendants charged in a federal gambling and extortion investigation pleaded not guilty during arraignments in Hammond federal court on Thursday.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 05/16/2026 - 15:56

Burr Ridge Illinois Restaurateur Arrested in Gambling Case Claims in Court Filing He Was 'Man of the Year' at Church He Doesn't Attend

The Chicago church claims he’s never been a ‘serious’ member and that they do not offer such an award.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Wed, 05/13/2026 - 21:43

Hammond Indiana Alleged 'Enforcer' in Sports Betting Ring Reportedy Hobnobbed With Elected Officials

Alleged enforcer in Northwestern Indiana sports betting bust appears in photographs with top regional elected officials including a Region police chief and recent sheriff's candidate as well as top labor union officials.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 05/12/2026 - 21:27

Springfield Massachusetts Mobster Was Among Those Indicted in Northwest Indiana Sports Betting Ring

Springfield, Massachusetts man with alleged ties to the Genovese crime family swept up in last week's indictment against Northwest, Indiana sports betting ring.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Tue, 05/05/2026 - 15:43

Sweepstakes Casino Operators in Louisiana Could Be Charged With Racketeering as Bill Sent to Governor's Desk

Operators of sweepstakes casinos targeting Louisiana residents will face steep fines and potential prison sentences with new bill.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Tue, 05/05/2026 - 13:58

Cardi B Goes After Tasha K in Court Over Talking Offset’s Alleged Gambling, Shooting Outside Florida Casino

Tasha agreed to honor a non-disparagement clause as part of her bankruptcy plan tied to the Cardi B suit.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Mon, 05/04/2026 - 21:01

Man Suspected of Robbing Two Reno Casinos Captured: Also Accused of Robberies at Two Area Walmarts

Robert Kindell is accused of most recently robbing the Atlantis (April 1), the Tamarack Casino (April 19), and two Walmart locations (March 4, April 4).

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Sat, 05/02/2026 - 13:03

Sarasota, Florida Man Named in Indictment Tied to Massive Sports Betting Ring in NW Indiana

Defendants as far away as Puerto Rico charged.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Fri, 05/01/2026 - 12:42

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