Police recover 19 gaming machines, $7K in Kakaako gambling bust

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Honolulu Police Department shut down an illegal gambling operation in Kakaako.

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On Thursday, officers with the Narcotics/Vice Gambling detail, along with the District 1 Crime Reduction Unit, Forfeiture Detail and Specialized Services Division, executed a search on a property on Kawaiahao Street.

HPD said they recovered 19 gaming machines and more than $7,000 in cash.

The department said they remain committed to addressing illegal gambling operations.

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“The June 25, 2026, operation is the 19th illegal gambling search warrant executed so far in 2026 and the third in the month of June,” said HPD Maj. Jerome Pacarro. “Enforcing the law against these illegal operations helps prevent related criminal activity from taking root and strengthens the safety of our communities.”

To report illegal gambling, call the Narcotics/Vice 24-hour hotline at (808) 723-3933 or use the online form here.

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