SFPD Seizes Gambling Machines, Guns & Stolen Items After Serving Warrants on Illegal Gambling Dens 24-103

On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, San Francisco Police Department Officers assigned to the Narcotics Division obtained search warrants to conduct a planned operation for two retail store locations working as illegal gambling facilities on the 200 block of Leavenworth Street.

During the search warrant services, investigators detained several subjects. Officers conducted a search of the premises and seized evidence of illegal gambling, including several illegal gambling machines, suspected narcotics and drug paraphernalia, US currency, stolen products, cigarettes, a firearm, and a replica firearm.

Officers developed probable cause to arrest eight adult males for violations related to operating an illegal gambling parlor, outstanding arrest warrants, and narcotics.

Although arrests have been made, this remains an open and active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the SFPD at 1-415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD. If you suspect an illegal business operation in your neighborhood, please get in touch with your local police station to share the information.

The SFPD would like to thank the assistance of the San Franciso Sheriff's Office and the Army National Guard Counterdrug Taskforce who were all instrumental in this operation. SFPD will continue to prioritize efforts to address illegal operations by taking the suspects off the streets and holding individuals accountable.

SFPD# 240570126, 240366339