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More than $721K seized from city of Hitchcock’s general fund as part of illegal gambling probe
Summary by Spring Editorial Desk Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau , as published by Houston Public Media
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This sum represents a notable portion of the city's annual revenue, approximately 9%.
In a recent development, the Galveston County Sheriff's Office seized a significant amount of money from the city of Hitchcock's general fund. The seizure is related to an investigation into illegal gambling in the area. The amount seized is substantial, totaling over $721,000.
This sum represents a notable portion of the city's annual revenue, approximately 9%. Further details on the seizure and the ongoing investigation can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.
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Category: safety Published: June 25, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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