All-Russian raid revealed several underground casinos in different regions of the country
The fight against underground gambling establishments continues in Russia. Despite the fact that law enforcement agencies regularly close illegal casinos, their number is not decreasing. Recently, it became known about the liquidation of several gambling establishments located in different regions of the country. The relevant authorities confiscated equipment and arrested the organizers of underground entertainment. In addition, two banks were closed and their licenses were revoked, which, according to investigative bodies, were associated with underground gambling.
A criminal case has been opened in the Northern capital against several city residents who are accused of organizing 19 illegal gambling establishments. It is assumed that the owners of slot machines and roulette were able to earn at least 70 million rubles on their illegal business. Investigative bodies conducted more than 50 searches in different areas of the city. In total, more than 200 units of equipment (slot machines, etc.) were seized. Eleven people are under suspicion, and an investigation is underway against them.
An illegal gambling outlet was also closed in Izhevsk. In one of the city's districts, five citizens offered to try their luck at an illegal online casino using a computer. Three people have been detained so far. A criminal case has already been opened, and the violators face a large fine of one million rubles or imprisonment for up to four years. Illegal casinos were even discovered in Kamchatka. Two outlets were closed there, which operated thanks to the efforts of six local residents. Criminal cases have also been opened against the suspects. They face large fines or imprisonment for several years.
The organizers of illegal gambling have also been detained in Udmurtia. An underground casino was closed there and 150 thousand rubles and about six thousand US dollars were confiscated. The organizers will face trial and punishment. In addition, the Central Bank of the Russian Federation revoked the licenses of two banks. This is RFI Bank. It has already been proven that it carried out payments between individuals and virtual casinos. The license of Sauber Bank has also been revoked. It is suspected of conducting dubious financial transactions with currency. Perhaps its employees were also associated with underground gambling.
