Illegal gambling operation raided in Murfreesboro
Two people were arrested following the two-month investigation into the gambling operation.
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Murfreesboro Police Department announced the arrest of two people in connection with a recent raid of an illegal gambling operation in the city.
The raid and arrests were made on Thursday, July 24, following a two-month investigation on West Burton Street.
Detectives executed a search warrant at the unnamed business and arrested Diego Gonzalez, 37, and Daniela Vargas, 24. Both face felony charges of aggravated gambling promotion and possession of gambling devices.
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Officers interviewed a customer and several employees at the operation before releasing them.
“Police received complaints from residents who reported suspicious activity at the location where the windows and doors were blacked out. Police said the setup resembled a full-scale casino,” MPD said.
Detectives are continuing to investigate other potential illegal gambling operations in the city.
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