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Read about the Fort McDowell standoff, a pivotal moment in Arizona's gambling history, and the recent federal investigation into illegal sports gambling.
As more and more details come out about "Operation Royal Flush" as part of the Department of Justice investigation into illegal gambling, it seems that more and more big names could be implicated in the scandal.
Feds charge NBA players and coach Chauncey Billups in a Mafia-backed gambling scam that rigged underground poker games across 11 states.
Dozens of people including former and current NBA players and a coach have been charged in connection to two investigations into an alleged widespread sports betting scheme and organized crime ring.
Two indictments. Massive probes. “Operation Royal Flush.” “Operation Nothing But Bet.” Well-executed operations that infiltrated pro sports in a manner we’ve not seen at this level in a while.
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Pablo Torre Claims Kevin Garnett Played in Private Poker Game Linked to "Operation Royal Flush"
"Operation Royal Flush" is a federal investigation targeting an alleged illegal gambling and money laundering network that included high-stakes poker games attended by celebrities, athletes, and wealthy figures. The DOJ announced multiple indictments earlier this week tied to the operation.