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San Jose Arrests Suspect in Double Homicide at Illegal Gambling Site as Police Crack Down Citywide

Police link hidden casinos to violent crime, warning of fines up to $500,000.

Overview

  • San Jose police arrested 46-year-old Gustavo Rodriguez and booked him on murder charges in the March 12 killings of two men inside an illicit gambling room on E. Santa Clara Street.
  • Following the arrest, officers served four warrants at sites in East and South San Jose, leading to 13 additional arrests on criminal charges and outstanding warrants.
  • Detectives seized dozens of gambling machines, narcotics, and more than $3,000 in cash that police believe came from illegal proceeds.
  • City Code Enforcement helped the operation, and officials warned property owners who allow these businesses that they could face fines of up to $500,000.
  • The motive remains under investigation, the shootings were the city's 5th and 6th homicides of 2026, and police asked anyone with information to contact the department.