Polish authorities raid illegal gambling operations

The National Revenue Administration (KAS) and the Polish Police conducted a large-scale, coordinated operation targeting illegal gambling across Poland. The crackdown, coordinated by the Ministry of Finance's Economic Crime Fighting Department, resulted in the arrest of 58 individuals, aged 19 to 72.

Authorities seized 287 illegal slot machines, computer equipment, data storage devices, and narcotics. Additionally, over 598,000 PLN in cash was secured during the raids. Most of the searches took place in the Łódź Voivodeship, including Kutno, but involved customs-tax offices from various regions across the country.

Seven individuals face charges related to participation in an organized criminal group and operating illegal gambling machines, an offense punishable by up to eight years in prison. Four suspects have been placed in temporary detention for two to three months, while three others are under police supervision. The operation also led to the arrest of two people for drug trafficking and a 19-year-old wanted under a warrant.