Cherokee County convenience stores raided for illegal gambling — Investigation underway
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission is investigating, after serving search warrants at two Cherokee County convenience stores.
Yesterday, officers with the commission raided the Quick Stops in Riverton and Baxter Springs.
Representatives say they seized 12 electronic gaming machines, cash, and other documents related to illegal gambling.
They say they’ve been investigating the two businesses for about a month on allegations they had electronic games typically found in casinos, that weren’t properly licensed or regulated.
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Officers with the Baxter Springs Police Department and Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office assisted.
The investigation is ongoing. Commission officials say once it’s complete, they’ll contact the sheriff’s office to see if any criminal charges or civil penalties will be filed.
