For Immediate Release July 7, 2023
OPD NEWS:
The Oakland Police Department (OPD) is investigating an illegal casino operation in the 2300 block of East 16th Street. On July 5, 2023, OPD Community Resource Officers (CRO) 3 and Officers assigned to the Violent Crime Operations Center (VCOC) and Intelligence Unit executed a search warrant at the illegal establishment.
Officers recovered three firearms, including an assault rifle with multiple extended magazines, ammunition, and an undisclosed amount of cash. Officers also seized several illegal casino gaming machines.
Officers safely took four individuals into custody. This is part of an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about this case can contact (510) 238-3728.
OPD would like to thank our community members who continue to report this illegal activity.
Previous reported illegal casino busts:
https://www.oaklandca.gov/news/2022/opd-recovers-semi-automatic-firearms-drugs-and-cash-during-illegal-casino-bust
https://www.oaklandca.gov/news/2022/another-illegal-casino-busted-by-opd
https://www.oaklandca.gov/news/2021/opd-recovers-flame-thrower-drugs-and-cash-during-an-illegal-casino-bust
