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0209Crime Alert567277<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Ramsey County Burglary2026-08-04 Crime Alert<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-762575" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2026-08-04T15:58:26ZDispensing machine and unplayed pull-tabs taken.1192Recently, a burglary occurred at a site in Ramsey County. During the burglary, a dispensing machine and unplayed pull-tabs from the following game deals were taken: <ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <li>CRISS CROSS CASH</li> <li>HAPPY HOUR HUSTLE</li> <li>MOTORCYCLE RALLY</li> <li>KING OF THE OCEAN</li> <li>BIG SLUGGER</li> <li>LUCKY BUCKS</li> <li>BARNYARD BLITZ</li> </ul> REMINDER TO ORGANIZATIONS: PRIOR TO REDEEMING ANY PULL TABS, BE SURE TO CHECK THE SERIAL NUMBER ON THE FRONT OF EACH TICKET. If someone attempts to redeem at your site: <ol xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <li>Do not redeem the ticket(s).</li> <li>Retain the ticket(s) if possible. </li> <li>Identify the person attempting to redeem the ticket(s) by their driver’s license by either scanning it or writing down the information from the license before giving it back.</li> <li>Attempt to obtain a description and license plate number of any vehicle the suspect is driving, if possible.</li> <li>Notify local Law Enforcement and the Gambling Control Board of any attempt to redeem the ticket(s).</li> </ol>7625752026-08-04T16:17:56ZCrime Alert567277<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Pull-tab Dispensing Machine Burglaries2025-10-08 Crime Alert<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-708742" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-10-08T14:56:54ZThere has been a recent increase in activity.1192Burglary Warning for Gambling Operations The Minnesota Gambling Control Board and the Department of Public Safety are warning organizations about a recent increase in burglaries targeting pull-tab dispensing machines. To help reduce the risk of theft: <ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <li> Do not store money in the dispensing machine other than what’s in the machine's cash box. </li> <li> Remove cash as frequently as possible. </li> <li> Report suspicious activity immediately to local law enforcement; the Department of Public Safety at 651-201-7500; or the Gambling Control Board at 651-539-1900. </li> </ul> Please share this information with all staff and volunteers involved in your gambling operation.7087422025-10-08T15:28:03ZCrime Alert567277NewsNews640News<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime Alert - Central Minnesota2023-12-29 Crime Alert<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-605392" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-12-29T21:07:12ZRecent fire leaves unsecured inventory.1192An organization in central Minnesota recently had a fire at the site used for the storage of their paper pull-tab inventory. As a result, some of the ticket inventory is now unsecured. This alert is a reminder for organization employees to always check the serial numbers on tickets before redeeming them. If someone attempts to pass tickets that were not sold at your site, please notify the Gambling Control Board at 651-539-1900.6053922025-07-08T20:53:49ZCrime Alert567277NewsNews640News<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime Alert - AnokaNov 1 Anoka County<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-598109" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-11-01T17:54:27ZOrganizations in the Anoka County area have reported an individual trying to cash in altered pull-tab tickets. In one instance, the individual cashed approximately $1,000.00 in altered paper tickets. 1192Recently, organizations in the Anoka County area have reported an individual trying to cash in altered pull-tab tickets. In one instance, the individual cashed approximately $1,000.00 in altered tickets. Please take the time to check ticket serial numbers prior to redemption. If an individual attempts to pass or passes altered tickets, notify both local law enforcement and the Gambling Control Board (651-539-1900). Additional REMINDER(s) to All Organizations: · Gambling equipment, ticket inventory and funds must be stored in a secure and locked location. · Gambling funds should always be locked in a safe—preferably bolted down to prevent anyone from removing the entire safe. · If your organization’s gambling operation is ever the victim of a burglary or theft, notify both local law enforcement and the Minnesota Gambling Control Board.5981092025-07-08T20:53:50ZCrime Alert567277NewsNews640News<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime Alert - Anoka / Northwest Metro2023-10-09 Crime Alert Anoka<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-595630" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-10-09T15:58:12ZAn organization in Anoka reported that an individual tried to access site information by illegally identifying themselves as a Gambling Control Board employee. Read the full News article or Crime Alert for details.1192Individual Falsely Identifying as State Employee An organization in Anoka County reported that an individual entered their site, “flashed” what appeared to be a badge, and identified herself as “with the state.” The individual then requested to inspect inventory and paperwork. No paperwork or inventory was given or shown to the individual. At present, this appears to be an isolated incident. Please remember – if an individual contacts your organization or enters a site identifying themselves as state employee, always request identification. All Gambling Control Board employees are issued state photo identification credentials and business cards. If someone attempts to falsely identify as an employee of the Gambling Control Board notify both the Gambling Control Board (at 651-539-1900) and Law Enforcement immediately.5956302025-07-08T20:53:49ZCrime Alert567277<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime Alert - Northwest Metro2023-08-22 Crime Alert<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-588997" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-08-22T15:25:59ZAn organization reported the attempted redemption of altered-counterfeit "Bananas" paper pull-tab tickets.1192An organization reported the attempted redemption of altered-counterfeit "Bananas" paper pull-tab tickets. Due to the diligence of the site seller, the tickets were not accepted or redeemed. This crime alert also serves as a reminder to other sellers to check ticket serial numbers prior to redemption. If someone does attempt to pass altered or counterfeit tickets at your site, notify law enforcement and the Gambling Control Board at 651-539-1900.5889972025-07-08T20:53:49ZCrime Alert567277February 1, 2023 Crime AlertCrime AlertengFebruary 1, 202302-01-2023 [Crime Alert]<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-580251" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-02-01T21:03:57ZCrime Alert1192During the weekend of January 28th and 29th, two organizations accepted counterfeit $100 bills. One organization was in the Stacy area, the other was in the Alexandria/Leaf Valley area. Please continue to be vigilant in checking the legitimacy of all bills you handle. You can find a resource on the U.S. denominations and their security features at: <a href="https://www.uscurrency.gov/denominations">https://www.uscurrency.gov/denominations</a> REMINDER TO ALL ORGANIZATIONS: If your organization's gambling operation is the victim of a fraud, burglary or theft, notify the Minnesota Gambling Control Board at 651-539-1900 immediately.5802512025-07-08T20:53:49ZCrime Alert567277<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime AlertJanuary 24, 2023<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-567282" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-01-24T21:03:57ZRecently, an individual falsely representing herself as an employee of a licensed organization attempted to order and pick up several paper pull-tab deals from a local distributor. False Representative1192Recently, an individual falsely representing herself as an employee of a licensed organization attempted to order and pick up several paper pull-tab deals from a local distributor. Fortunately, the distributor contacted the organization to verify that the person was indeed an employee and the individual was denied.5672822025-07-08T20:53:50ZCrime Alert567277<Publisher/><Source/><Rights/><Identifier/><Format/><Language>eng</Language><SubjectControlled/></DublinCore></metadata><Title>Crime Alert- Twin Cities AreaCrime Alerts-Oct 2022<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1192-567278" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-12T20:03:57ZRecently, counterfeit pull-tab tickets bearing the game name, "Fantastic 4's" have been passed in the Twin Cities Metro area. Fantastic 4's- Conterfeit pull-tabs1192REMINDER TO ALL ORGANIZATIONS: Check tickets and ticket serial numbers prior to redemption and deface all winning tickets. If someone attempts to pass counterfeit tickets at your site, attempt to obtain a description of the individual and the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect is driving. Immediately notify local law enforcement and the Gambling Control Board.5672782025-07-08T20:53:49Z