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Cash amounting to more than $60,000, mobile phones and horse betting paraphernalia were seized. Preliminary investigations revealed that the 113 people are believed to have been involved in roles such as illegal bookmakers, runners and punters. Those found guilty of gambling with an unlawful gambling service provider can be fined up to $10,000, face a jail term of up to six months, or both. Those found to be involved in conducting an unlawful betting operation as an operator can be fined up to $500,000 and jailed up to seven years. If found to be conducting the operation as an agent, one can be fined up to $200,000 and face a jail term of up to five years. “Members of the public are strongly advised to steer clear of all forms of illegal gambling,” said the police, adding that tough enforcement action will be taken against parties involved. To seek help from the National Council on Problem Gambling, call its hotline on 1800-6-668-668.
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