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The Hindu
The Hindu
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Bookie running betting racket for ongoing IPL matches nabbed outside Minerva Circle

Bengaluru City Crime Branch officials arrested a bookie running a gambling racket through a mobile app and seized ₹4 lakh from him, on Friday

The accused was caught red-handed while he was waiting for his clients to hand over the winning amount outside a bar and restaurant near Minerva Circle.

Investigations revealed that the accused was receiving bets on the IPL cricket match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

The police have seized his mobile for further investigation while a case has been registered against him at Kalasipalya police station.

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