Police Arrest Two in Harrison Illegal Gambling and Drug Investigation

HARRISON, AR. - Authorities have arrested two individuals following an investigation into an illegal gambling operation located at 123 Industrial Park Road.

Mary Marshall, 52, was taken into custody in connection with the suspected gambling business. In addition to charges for possessing prohibited gambling devices, Marshall faces charges for possession of methamphetamine, marijuana, and paraphernalia with the intent to manufacture.

A second individual, 53-year-old Ricardo Kim, was arrested during a traffic stop. Kim faces several drug-related charges, including possession of marijuana, paraphernalia with intent to manufacture, and possession of a Schedule III controlled substance.

The arrests follow a search warrant executed by the Harrison Police Department on June 29. During the raid, officers seized more than $5,000 in cash, financial records, seven casino-style gaming machines, and 15 hard drives containing illegal gambling software.

According to a recently released affidavit, the business attempted to hide its illegal activity. Despite a sign posted in the establishment stating "NO CASH PRIZES", witness interviews revealed that patrons paid to play the machines and received receipts for their winnings. These receipts were then exchanged for cash at the counter, although some witnesses claimed payouts could take several days.

During police interviews, Marshall admitted she had been employed at the business for nearly three years and confirmed that winnings were paid out in cash. Another employee corroborated these details, explaining that a receipt book was used to track the payouts. This employee also noted that he had warned others at the internet cafe that the operation was illegal after a previous gambling house in the area had been raided.

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