Hundreds of gambling machines that were rigged to dupe people throughout Miami out of money have been confiscated, the Miami Police Department announced Wednesday.
"Operation Lucky 7" targeted several businesses throughout the Magic City in the past few days, ridding them of the dishonest devices that were "rigged to rip off customers and generated untaxed earnings for businesses in violation of state law and local ordinances," according to a police statement.
Miami Police said they'd received numerous complaints about the machines, and they decided to partner with the Department of Business and Professional Regulations and other agencies for "Lucky 7."
"Chief Miguel A. Exposito remains committed to the elimination of these devices that do a disservice to the customers who fall victim to this illegal gaming and diminishes the quality of life of all Miami’s citizens," the statement read.
The Miami Police Department is expected to further discuss the details of the operation later Wednesday.
