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Galveston Co. officials seize more than $700k from Hitchcock amid game room investigation
By Chaz Miller at ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office seized more than $700,000 from the City of Hitchcock earlier this week amid an investigation into illegal game rooms in the city.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The seizure of over $700,000 from the City of Hitchcock by the Galveston County Sheriff's Office has significant implications for Brazoria County's neighboring communities, including Pearland . As the investigation into illegal game rooms in Hitchcock continues, Pearland residents may wonder if similar operations exist in their own city. The large sum of money seized suggests that illegal game rooms can generate substantial revenue, potentially tempting other cities to turn a blind eye to these activities. Pearland's own law enforcement and city officials should take note of this development and consider reviewing their own policies and procedures for regulating game rooms and other potentially illicit businesses. By doing so, they can help prevent similar issues from arising in Pearland and maintain a safe and lawful environment for residents. The outcome of the investigation in Hitchcock will likely be closely watched in Pearland and other nearby cities.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK - ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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