After receiving complaints regarding an illegal gaming house the SAPD’s Metropolitan Division & Vice Unit executed a search warrant at 1400 S. Rita Way this morning, according to the SAPD’s Twitter account.
The gaming house was located just north of the Salvation Army, between S. Bristol and S. Raitt St.
Six subjects were detained and 6 gaming machines were located.
The approximate value of the cash seized was $2,700.
Methamphetamines were also seized.
The Investigation is ongoing.
Santa Ana Police Department
Advisory: SAPD Investigates Cyber Cafe for Illegal Activities – 8 arrested
On September 13, 2018 at 3:30 p.m. the Santa Ana Police Department SWAT Team served a search warrant at 1117 W 17th Street (Happy Times Café) in the City of Santa Ana. At the time of service, 54 people were contacted inside the business; eight were arrested for various charges. No injuries were reported during this police action.
The Santa Ana Police Department received community complaints regarding quality of life issues surrounding this business. The Police Department, in partnership with the community, worked together to identify and address specific concerns. These efforts resulted in several documented gang members being arrested for possession of firearms, possession of narcotics, and driving stolen vehicles. Continue reading