Missouri Attorney General Announces Suspension of Torch Electronics' Illegal Gambling Operations
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that Torch Electronics, the largest provider of illegal gambling devices in Missouri, has agreed to suspend all operations starting on Friday, April 10. This decision comes after a joint criminal investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Missouri, and the Attorney General’s Office. Hanaway expressed satisfaction with Torch Electronics' proactive decision to cease illegal gambling device operations, emphasizing that there is no room for a gray market in this industry.
The Attorney General's Office, in collaboration with federal authorities, will continue to investigate and take enforcement actions against other operators, manufacturers, and retail stores involved in facilitating illegal gambling activities. Torch Electronics has informed its customers to discontinue the use of illegal slot machines by the specified date. Efforts are ongoing to reach a permanent resolution among all parties involved in this matter.
Under Missouri law, it is illegal to provide access to unregulated machines and games for gambling purposes. Hanaway's office is committed to working with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure that businesses are held accountable for profiting from unlawful activities. If you have any corrections or typos to report, please contact [email protected] with the article information in the subject line.