Illegal Gambling Proceeds Forfeited

Two men were ordered by a Luzerne County judge Tuesday to forfeit more than $700,000 in illegal proceeds earned through high-stakes card games and a sports betting operation.

"Some of the illegal proceeds were laundered through a Pittston lumber business, according to the Pennsylvania State Police Organized Crime Task Force.

"Mark A. Gubbiotti, 48, White Terrace Drive, Courtdale, ran card games and a betting operation from his residence between May 2000 and December 2004.

"…Police busted the illegal gambling operation with the help of a confidential informant. The informant told police he saw Mr. Gubbiotti pay another man $21,000 in cash Oct. 12, 2004

2005-11-28