Alabama
Alabama police seize dozens of illegal gambling machines
Fort Payne police arrested an Albertville man this week after discovering dozens of illegal gambling machines at his businesses.
On Monday, officers conducted operations at three different businesses located at 601 Gault Avenue South, 1515 Gault Avenue North and 1506 A Gault Avenue North after receiving several tips that there were gambling machines located at the businesses, according to a news release.
Chief David Davis said that 38 illegal gambling machines were located.
After further investigation officers discovered the machines were doing cash payouts.
Over $7200 was seized during the investigation, according to the release.
Gael Garcia, 20, was arrested and charged with Possession of Gambling Devices, Conspiracy to Promote Gambling, Promoting Gambling, and Possession of Gambling Records.
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