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Massive Raid in Connecticut Leads to Nearly 100 Arrests for Illegal Gambling and Cockfighting
NewsMay 19, 2026·1 min read

Massive Raid in Connecticut Leads to Nearly 100 Arrests for Illegal Gambling and Cockfighting


In a significant operation, Connecticut police arrested nearly 100 people suspected of involvement in a large-scale illegal gambling and cockfighting ring in Tolland, Connecticut.

During the raid, law enforcement seized $90,000 in cash and nearly 300 birds. The homeowners of the private residence where the illegal activities took place were also arrested and face a range of serious charges.

The Connecticut State Police Bureau of Special Investigations executed a search warrant on the premises at 55 Mountain Spring Road in Tolland. The operation involved multiple police units, including the Connecticut State Police Emergency Services Unit (ESU) Tactical Team, the Connecticut State Police Aviation Unit, the Connecticut State Police Drone Unit, and the Connecticut State Police Eastern District Major Crime (EDMC).

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