Connecticut State Police have arrested 100 individuals following a raid on an alleged illegal gambling and cockfighting operation in Tolland, Connecticut, after what authorities described as a lengthy investigation into activities taking place at a private residence.
The search and seizure warrant was executed on 16 May at a property on Mountain Spring Road by the Connecticut State Police Bureau of Special Investigations, supported by multiple specialist law enforcement units and partner agencies.
According to police, investigators seized approximately $90,000 in cash during the operation.
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture also located 273 birds on the property, all of which were later euthanized due to what officials described as deteriorated conditions.
Homeowners Elvin Miranda and Lisa Miranda were arrested at the scene and charged with alleged violations including professional gambling, operating a gambling premises, cruelty to animals and risk of injury to a minor.
Both were later released after posting a $250,000 cash or surety bond and are scheduled to appear at Rockville Superior Court on 18 June 2026.
Authorities also released a list of 98 additional arrestees connected to the operation, with court appearances scheduled throughout June.
Bond amounts varied depending on the charges filed.
The enforcement action involved several Connecticut State Police divisions, including tactical, aviation, drone, K9 and intelligence units, alongside support from the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, Tolland EMS and the Massachusetts State Police Special Tactical Operations Team.
The case reflects broader international enforcement activity targeting illegal gambling events linked to cockfighting operations, including recent crackdowns reported in Malaysia and India earlier this year.
Cockfighting is illegal in all 50 US states and is commonly investigated alongside illegal gambling and animal cruelty offenses
