THE VILLAGES, Fla. — State investigators have arrested a suspect they believe ran a gambling house in The Villages.
As part of a six-month investigation, gaming commission removed 190 slot machines from a local building two weeks ago. State investigators allege the operation may have generated millions of dollars.
Rima Ray was arrested Wednesday on fraud and gambling charges.
Investigators say Ray had $300,000 in a backpack when found.
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