The party was over when police raided a warehouse in Melbourne's southeast finding an alleged gambling business operating without a licence.
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Gaming tables, cards, poker chips, cash and phones were allegedly found at the Notting Hill warehouse on August 2.
Officers also seized the liquor they were allegedly selling.
Police said ten people were gambling when they arrived at the alleged amateur casino while 12 others watched on.
A 37-year-old Clyde North man was arrested and is expected to be charged with conducting and advertising unauthorised gambling, selling and consuming liquor on an unlicensed premises.
IN OTHER NEWS:
The arrest is part of a 30-day sting on illegal gambling and trade of alcohol.
Anyone with further information should contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000.
Help is available:
You can get immediate assistance by calling the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free, professional and confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Anna Houlahan
Anna Houlahan is a journalist for the Courier, dedicated to uncovering the stories that shape the city. Reach out with news or updates to anna.houlahan@austcommunitymedia.com.au
