26 Arrested in Udupi Resort for Illegal Gambling
By ETF Desk
In a swift operation, Udupi police arrested twenty‑six people from a resort located near the town on Monday. Officers intercepted a covert gambling setup that had been operating under cover, detaining all involved parties on charges of illegal betting and related offences.
The resort, which had been suspected of facilitating underground betting among locals, became the target of a sting after local residents tipped officials. Police raids uncovered betting slips, mobile devices, and a large sum of cash, indicating an organized betting ring that attracted both residents and visitors to the district.
The arrests are expected to deter such illicit gambling activities in Udupi. Authorities are proceeding with investigations that may lead to criminal charges under the Prevention of Gambling Act, while the resort’s operators face potential fines and business suspensions. Source: Google News – Udupi.