100 Eight-Liner Machines, Over $15K Seized in San Antonio, Texas Gambling Raid

100 Eight-Liner Machines, Over $15K Seized in San Antonio, Texas Gambling Raid

Tens of thousands of dollars and an estimated 100 eight-liner gaming machines were commandeered by sheriff’s deputies after a gambling raid in San Antonio, Texas. The court-ordered search took place last Friday around sunrise.

One of three men arrested in a San Antonio, Texas gambling raid. It took place in the city s South Side. (Image: SBG San Antonio)

The illicit gambling den was housed on a parcel in the city’s South Side. Various buildings and sheds were connected to hold the gaming operation, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar explained during a press conference at the crime scene.

I would consider this a resounding success, Salazar told the media. Four suspects were apprehended.

Three men were in custody following the search. They likely will be charged with gambling offenses, Salazar added. One was in charge of security, while another ran gambling operations. A fourth suspect, a woman, was charged with possession of Methamphetamine (meth). At least two weapons were seized.

Their identities were not immediately released.No one was injured during the raid.

The gambling complex has been in operation for 10 years.

It’s pretty well known in the area,” Salazar said about the operation. “So, thankfully, we were able to get in and get it shut down.”

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office used a SWAT team to ram through a gate to enter the South Side complex.

ATM on Property

Bags containing cash also were found on Friday. One bag held about $15,000. Some of the money was stored in an ATM and safe.