Police raided a suspected illegal casino operation on Leavenworth Street, seizing 16 gambling machines from multiple businesses, revealing a longstanding underground gambling issue in Tenderloin.
Residents were aware of gambling activities in the area, as local conversations hinted at customers talking about their wins and losses, indicating a community familiarity with the illegal operation.
Over the years, illegal gambling dens have surfaced in different neighborhoods, with previous busts occurring in the Tenderloin and Excelsior, showing a recurring pattern that city officials must address.
While specific charges and the total number of arrests are yet to be confirmed, the raid signals law enforcement's renewed attention to cracking down on underground gambling operations.
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