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Casino Enforcement Agency Takes Action Against Multiple Operators
In a series of enforcement actions, the Casino Enforcement Agency (CEA) has taken action against several casino operators, money services businesses, and financial institutions for alleged violations of federal regulations.
Enforcement Actions
Sparks Nugget, Inc. d/b/a John Ascuaga’s Nugget
The CEA recently filed a complaint against Sparks Nugget, Inc., d/b/a John Ascuaga’s Nugget, alleging that the company violated anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations. The agency claims that the casino failed to properly monitor and report suspicious transactions.
Kustandy Rayyan D/B/A Thriftway Food Mart
Separately, the CEA filed a complaint against Kustandy Rayyan D/B/A Thriftway Food Mart, alleging that the company engaged in illegal gambling activities and laundered money through its convenience store operations.
Gibraltar Private Bank and Trust Company
In another enforcement action, the CEA took issue with Gibraltar Private Bank and Trust Company’s failure to implement adequate AML and KYC controls. The agency claims that the bank’s lax regulations allowed for suspicious transactions to go undetected.
Recent Enforcement Actions
- Sparks Nugget, Inc. d/b/a John Ascuaga’s Nugget: Alleged AML and KYC violations
- Kustandy Rayyan D/B/A Thriftway Food Mart: Illegal gambling and money laundering
- Gibraltar Private Bank and Trust Company: Failure to implement adequate AML and KYC controls
Agency Remains Vigilant in Protecting Financial System
The Casino Enforcement Agency is dedicated to protecting the financial system from illegal activities. Through its enforcement actions, the agency aims to ensure that financial institutions and casino operators are held accountable for their actions.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.