JMPD officers uncover an illegal gambling spot in Newlands, Randburg.

22 May 2023 | From Arrive Alive


Prompt action by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) Operations uncover an illegal gambling spot in Newlands, Randburg.

On Sunday, 21 May 2023, whilst on patrol officers noticed a shop at Long Road, in Newlands where there was a suspicious movement of people walking in and out. The officers suspected that something illegal was taking place at the shop.

The officers went inside the shop and found a room full of computers which displayed online gambling. The officers approached the person in charge of the shop and requested the registration papers for the business and a license to operate. The manager failed to produce anything that legitimizes the business.

A male and female suspect were arrested and charged with illegal gambling. They were detained at Florida SAPS. 95 computers were seized by the officers and they were booked in as evidence.

Issued by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department Communications Unit

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