Sacramento County detectives say they have broken up what they describe as a “large-scale illegal gambling network operating in our region and impacting residential communities,” the result of an investigation that stretched on for months and focused on a suspected criminal organization. The Sheriff’s Office shared details of the case in a Facebook post, explaining that the inquiry began in April 2025. At that point, detectives “began investigating a criminal organization suspected of violating California Penal Code 330 (illegal gambling) and 337a(a) (bookmaking).” Over time, investigators zeroed in on six people they believe played key roles in a network of underground casinos spread across Northern California. Authorities identified Theaplus Osborne, Dana Green, James Frazier, Herman Hawkins, and Thurston Bershell among those involved. Deputies gather during a nighttime operation captured on arrest video. Credit: Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office / Facebook According to investigators, the operation followed a clear chain of command. They allege Osborne directed activity at eight separate gambling locations while “multiple co-conspirators handling daily operations.” Many of the sites were set up “out of …