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Tokyo Police Raid Underground Poker Club Linked to Yakuza
NewsApril 30, 2021·1 min read

Tokyo Police Raid Underground Poker Club Linked to Yakuza


In a significant operation, Tokyo police raided an underground poker club in the Sumida district on April 24. The manager of the club and four players were arrested during the raid. The police confiscated poker tables, cards, chips, and a large sum of money from the club. The club had generated six-figure profits since June of the previous year.

The police received anonymous information about the club's ties to the Yakuza, which prompted the operation. The Yakuza's involvement in the club's activities raised particular interest among the police.

This raid highlights the ongoing struggle against organized crime and illegal gambling in Japan. The strict laws against gambling and organized crime make it difficult for individuals to operate such establishments without facing severe legal consequences.

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