On Monday, Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced temporary restraining orders (TRO) have been obtained against five illegal gambling facilities in Selma.
According to his office, pursuant to the TROs, the facilities must cease all operations, the property cannot be used or accessed, and there can be no further financial transactions connected with the facility or those operating the facility until further orders from the Circuit Court of Dallas County.
Marshall also sought and executed 6 search warrants at each of these gambling facilities as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. Marshall thanked Dallas County Sherriff, Mike Granthum, for collaboration from his office. Local agencies willing to enforce state law against illegal gambling facilities is a key factor in the ability for the Attorney General’s office to combat and prosecute those who operate them, Marshall has said.
“These facilities are operating with complete disregard to Alabama law. I applaud Dallas County Sheriff Granthum’s dedication to combat this blight, and willingness to invite our team to assist in addressing these criminal enterprises,” Marshall said on Monday. “The law is clear; gambling is illegal in Alabama and the Attorney General’s Office will continue to enforce the laws of this state.”
Locations:
- Joker 777 (1391 E. Highland Ave, Ste 114)
- Mini Bingo (113 Dallas Avenue)
- Selma Charity Bingo (1824 Hwy 14E)
- Selma Bingo (1 Hickory Road)
- Lucky Duck (2584 Hwy 80W)
- 2535 Lewis Street (Only Search Warrant)
The Attorney General thanked the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, and the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office for their assistance and support on the operation.
Grayson Everett is the state and political editor for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270
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