Prosecutor Not Resting After Illegal Gambling Convictions In NC

In North Carolina, there is an illegal gambling case that has been going on involving ex-police officers. The case was thought be closed last week when former Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Medford and four of his officers were sentenced in the crimes.

Assistant U.S. District attorney Richard Edwards, however, believes that more charges will be filed in the ongoing case. The case stems from an illegal video gambling operation that was being overlooked by Medford and the other officers.

"There is at least one party I anticipate an indictment coming down on," said Edwards as the sentencing ended last week. The belief is that it is another sheriff that will be arrested.

Video poker machines have been a hot topic for police agencies around the country. They have been busting restaurants and bars that have been offering the games to their customers. Gas stations and quick marts have also been targeted by the police.

In this case, Medford was bribed into allowing illegal video gambling to take place. Up until 2007 the machines were legal in North Carolina, but a new law changed that in July of last year.

October 15, 2008
Posted By April Gardner
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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