In November of 2025, a proactive SJPD Patrol Officer developed information that an active clandestine gambling establishment was being operated in the 1700 block of Monterey Road. The Officer followed up on the lead and began a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
This morning, with the assistance of the Special Operations MERGE, VCET, METRO, Street Crimes, and Special Investigations Vice Unit, patrol officers executed a search warrant at the location. Several subjects were detained. Officers arrested one suspect for crimes related to operating an illegal gambling establishment and a second suspect for an unrelated outstanding warrant. During the search of the location, Officers located and recovered one firearm and two stolen motorcycles.
These illegal activities often attract violence, fraud, and organized criminal elements, putting surrounding neighborhoods at risk. Great work done by Patrol Officers for their diligence and persistence which played a key role in strengthening community safety. This is policing that truly makes a difference.