A business in the Grand Oaks shopping center along Auburn Boulevard was a front for an illegal gambling operation, according to police and nearby business owners.
Citrus Heights police announced Friday that officers serving a search warrant at the location on June 9 uncovered an illegal gambling operation. Two individuals were arrested for outstanding felony warrants and possession of an illegal firearm. Illegal drugs and electronic gambling devices were also reportedly found at the location.
A visit to the center on Friday found the front door of the suite boarded up with two code violation notices posted, both dated June 9.
The Sentinel spoke with several nearby sources who did not want to be identified, but confirmed police activity at the location.
