On July 8, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Honolulu Police Department’s Narcotics/Vice Division executed two search warrants at separate illegal game rooms operating within the same apartment complex on Hausten Street in Moiliʻili.

During the operation, investigators corroborated prior intelligence and identified a third illegal game room operating within the complex. As a result, officers were able to incorporate that location into the overall operation, ultimately shutting down three illegal game rooms within the same apartment complex.

HPD’s Narcotics/Vice Gambling Detail, with the assistance of District 6 and District 7 Crime Reduction Units, Forfeiture Detail, AOG Detail, EMS personnel and Specialized Services Division, recovered 57 gaming machines, more than $12,000 in cash and illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia, which were submitted into evidence. No arrests have been made at this time.

“These enforcement operations are not simply about shutting down illegal game rooms in the short term,” said Maj. Jerome Pacarro of the Narcotics/Vice Division. “Each operation generates valuable intelligence that helps identify those who organize, facilitate, and profit from these criminal enterprises. We will continue applying pressure through proactive enforcement and short-term enforcement operations while simultaneously building long-term investigations that hold those responsible for facilitating and profiting from these illegal establishments accountable.”

HPD remains committed to addressing illegal gambling operations that negatively impact the safety and quality of life in our communities.

To report illegal gambling, call the Narcotics/Vice 24-hour hotline at 808-723-3933 or use the online form: https://rb.gy/4066m5.