Police search 'illegal casino' in Bristol as two arrested
Summary
On July 10, Avon and Somerset Constabulary, assisted by the Gambling Commission and the South West Regional Organised Crime Unit (SWROCU), executed a search warrant at a premises on Lower College Street in Bristol as part of an investigation into an alleged illegal casino. During the operation, a 36‑year‑old man and a 40‑year‑old woman were arrested on suspicion of gambling offences.
Both suspects have since been released on bail while inquiries continue. Sergeant Michael Friis praised community intelligence for helping tackle crime and urged residents to report any suspicious activity to police.
(Source:Bristol Post)