The Special Duty Team of the Yau Tsim Police District conducted an anti-gambling operation at about 12 noon today (2nd) based on reports and in-depth investigations. 6 fishing machines, a card reader, a batch of game cards and about 1,000 yuan in gambling money, and a total of 3 people were arrested.
A 46-year-old man surnamed Zheng Local in the unit was suspected of "operating a gambling establishment" and violating the Prevention and Control of Disease (Requirements and Directions) (Business and Premises) Regulations (Cap. 599F), while a 48-year-old man surnamed He Local The man and a 39-year-old mainland woman surnamed Li were arrested on suspicion of "gambling in a gambling establishment". Business and Premises) Regulations (Cap. 599F), officers then issued fixed penalty notices to them, that is, each of them was required to pay a fine of $5,000. Among them, Ho Nan was wanted for outstanding court fines and was arrested.
The Police appeal to everyone to be considerate of themselves and others, and strictly abide by the relevant laws to help control the epidemic and reduce the risk of virus transmission in the community.
