Police have arrested a group suspected of running an illegal gambling site that profited 8 billion won (approximately 7 million USD) since January 2020. The Ulsan police have apprehended a total of eight individuals, including a leader known as Mr. K (in his 40s), who allegedly provided online gambling access codes to dozens of adult PC rooms across the country. The suspects reportedly shared roles in operations, promotions, and money handling, earning profits under various pretexts such as commissions.

To evade law enforcement, the group frequently changed office locations and utilized over 100 fake bank accounts and three burner phones. Following investigations, police discovered that the gambling platform had about 1,000 users and that a staggering 700 billion won (approximately 630 million USD) in bets had been placed. The authorities seized 62 million won in cash and luxury watches during raids on Mr. K's residence and office, as they continue to track down additional accomplices involved in the operation.

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges facing law enforcement in tackling organized crime related to illegal gambling in South Korea. The scale of the operation not only points to sophisticated methods used by these criminal networks to avoid detection but also raises concerns about the accessibility of illegal gambling to the public. Given the significant sums involved and the number of individuals affected, this case will likely prompt further investigations and discussions about regulatory measures in the gambling sector.