A year-long undercover investigation culminates in 11 search warrants and multiple arrests, as law enforcement cracks down on illicit gambling operations across the county.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – In a major sweep of illegal gambling operations, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office served 11 search warrants Wednesday morning, dismantling a sophisticated network of illicit slot and gaming machines.

The raids, which were the result of a year-long undercover investigation, targeted various locations throughout the county, including a convenience store in Auburndale.

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will provide a full media briefing on Thursday at 1:00 p.m.

Early this morning, Sheriff Judd and Auburndale Chief Terry Storie provided a live update from the Discount & Deli at 602 Pilaklakaha Avenue i

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