Western Cape police management has pleaded with residents to stop criminalising themselves by trying to make a quick buck by installing gambling machines in their homes.
This comes as two women were arrested in Manenberg
on Tuesday after the duo were found with gambling machines without valid
licenses. Police confirmed that the women arrested in possession of these
machines are not the owners.
‘’Gambling machines can negatively affect
children through various avenues, including psychological distress, behavioural
problems and increased risk of developing gambling problems later in their
lives. Finances and proceeds generated through this illegal form of gambling or
a game of chance also lead to tax evasion as monies owed to government in taxes
are not paid,’’ said Anelisiwe Manyana, Western Cape police spokesperson.
COURTESY: SAPSManyana says running illegal activities as
these may run the risk of being evicted by the City of Cape Town as these
houses are part of the cities rental stock.
‘’The premises could be forfeited to the state
for being used in the commission of crime.
The two females, aged 43 and 46, will appear in
the Athlone Magistrates’ court soon for being in possession of these gambling
machines without the necessary operating licenses.
Done By: Mitchum George
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