239 Slot Machines Seized in Florida, 10 People Arrested

Florida authorities raided five locations in Lee County on October 27 as part of an investigation into illegal gambling activities. The operation resulted in the seizure of 239 slot machines and the arrest of ten people. The Florida Gaming Control Commission and the Pennsylvania police supported the raids.

The Sheriff's Office's Narcotics and Economic Crimes units also took part in the investigation. Teams first gathered evidence through undercover officers and surveillance, then searched five locations simultaneously with search warrants. Alana Zimmer, the Commission's executive director, said the operation was the product of months of preparation.

Seized assets include $715,272 in cash and gold coins and bullion worth $661,454. In addition, $383,573 in bank assets was frozen, and total financial assets exceeded $1.76 million. Teams also seized ten vehicles, including two Bentleys, a Mercedes-Benz, several Cadillacs and a 2026 model Cadillac Escalade.

Those arrested include Dennis Martin, Ronald Longo, Timothy Fandry, Melissa Olarte, Dijela Ivezaj, William Holman, Debra Wolovlek, Angela Vittitoe, Harold Hauck Jr. and Stamena Gacevic. Officials said these steps are part of the state's ongoing fight against unlicensed gambling operations.