Illegal casino in Fresno uncovered by police, officers say
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – An illegal casino operating in Fresno was discovered by police after a search warrant was served at a home on Olive Avenue, officers say.
Officers say the warrant was served on Wednesday at 3777 East Olive Avenue and inside they found the illegal casino – and also evidence of narcotics sales and several guns.
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According to the Fresno Police Department, the search uncovered three firearms (a P80 9mm, a Keltec 9mm that was reported stolen and a Sig Sauer P238) seven working slot machines, and five pounds of methamphetamine ready to be sold.
Two people were also arrested: 48-year-old Khamphonh Phaphonh and 28-year-old Kevin Pech.
48-year-old Khamphonh Phaphonh (image courtesy of the Fresno Police Department)
Phaphonh was arrested on suspicion of firearms and controlled substance charges; Pech was detained on a parole hold, according to police.
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