HPD shuts down 4 illegal gambling rooms in Moiliili
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Honolulu police shut down four illegal gambling rooms on Hausten Street during a coordinated operation Sunday evening.
HPD said officers executed four search warrants simultaneously around 6:30 p.m.
Police recovered 74 gaming machines, more than $38,000 in cash, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia.
The operation involved HPD’s Narcotics/Vice Division Gambling Detail along with several other specialized units.
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“We will continue to identify these illegal gambling operations, take appropriate enforcement action and hold accountable the people responsible for organizing and profiting from them,” Maj. Jerome Pacarro said.
Pacarro added that resources are also available for people who may need help.
Police did not immediately provide details on any arrests.
Anyone with information about illegal gambling operations can call HPD’s Narcotics/Vice hotline at 808-723-3933.
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