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Police dismantled an illegal gambling operation at a recognized sports complex in Buenos Aires, Argentina over the weekend. There were more than 500 spectators. However, only a small percentage participated in the gambling activity.<\/p>\n

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Proceeds from a clandestine penalty kick competition in Argentina. Police broke up the activity this past weekend, confiscating money, drugs, and firearms. (Image: La Capital<\/em>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Police uncovered a massive illegal gambling operation at the Spanish Sports Athletic Club in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Flores this past Sunday. There was a clandestine soccer “penalty kick championship” going on that promised cash prizes of up to ARS2 million (US$17,278) and high-end vehicles.<\/p>\n

Police arrested 24 people, even though more than 500 spectators were in attendance. They uncovered illegal firearms, narcotics, and unauthorized food sales.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It allegedly occurred as the club’s management was indifferent to what was going on.<\/p>\n

Major Bust<\/h2>\n

The police intervention was a joint effort involving several different agencies. It involved the Buenos Aires Prosecutor’s Office Specialized in Mass Events, the Judicial Investigations Corps of the Buenos Aires Attorney General, the Contraventions and Offenses Against Public Order Division of the city police, and the Government Control Agency.<\/p>\n

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In addition to the illegal sports betting activity, there were illegal casino games that offered cash prizes. Police revealed that 94 people participated in the illegal gambling activities, 12 bettors, six bet-runners, two referees, and various organizers. Several individuals tried to pass themselves off to the police as members of the health department.\u00a0 However, they could not verify their status through credentials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Following a thorough inspection, police seized firearms and various narcotics. They also confiscated large quantities of food, which lacked all kinds of health control.<\/p>\n

The intervening agents arrested 24 people, all allegedly organizers of the event. The president of the athletic club, Diego Mart\u00edn El\u00edas, said that a penalty shootout tournament is an event that occurs regularly. He added that it involves neighborhood soccer teams from the Federal Capital and the Buenos Aires suburbs, with venues on a rotating basis. Mart\u00edn was not one of the suspects police arrested.<\/p>\n

El\u00edas added that after this episode, they will consider not holding these events. However, he admitted that it was welcome extra income and that the club received ARS450,000 (US$3,887) for the rental of the property.<\/p>\n

Ending a Popular Pastime<\/h2>\n

These tournaments are very popular in local neighborhoods of the west and south of Greater Buenos Aires, according to local media. However, they have become one of the most sought-after practices in recent years.<\/p>\n

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The mechanics of the penalty shootout consist of a kicker and a goalkeeper, where usually each represents a team. Bettors can wager on whether a kicker will score a goal, if a goalkeeper will block a shot, which side of the goal the kicker will target, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

For some, the shootouts are a way of life. A handful of kickers and goalkeepers make a living participating in the events.<\/p>\n

However, the presence of firearms and illegal drugs shows the precarious nature of the activity. They also show the dangers the events hold for attendees. In addition, as unregulated gaming activity, there are no safeguards for gamblers and bettors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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