IRVING, Texas — Two men have been arrested following a months-long investigation into an alleged illegal gambling operation operating out of a business in Irving, according to the Irving Police Department.
The investigation began in April 2026 when Irving Vice Unit investigators received an anonymous tip alleging that an illegal game room was operating at 1120 Luke Street in South Irving.
According to investigators, the business displayed a sign identifying it as "PVT." City of Irving records listed the business as "Pro Vending Team."
However, surveillance conducted by investigators reportedly revealed activity inconsistent with a legitimate vending business. Authorities observed a consistently full parking lot but no signs of commercial deliveries, inventory movement, or customer traffic typically associated with a vending operation.
Investigators later entered the business on multiple occasions and played gaming machines inside the establishment. During those visits, officers said they received cash payouts from the machines, which investigators determined constituted illegal gambling activity under Texas law.
Search Warrant Executed
On May 28, Irving Vice investigators, assisted by the Irving Police Department SWAT Team, executed a search warrant at the location.
During the search, officers seized:
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49 digital gaming devices
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A security camera system
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A large television used to monitor surveillance feeds
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An ATM machine
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A safe bolted to the floor
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Cash and gambling-related equipment
Investigators also discovered a margarita machine allegedly being used to provide alcohol to patrons.
Authorities stated there was no evidence of any legitimate business activity occurring inside the location and concluded the suite was being used solely as an illegal gambling operation.
Officers recovered a total of $13,836 in cash from gaming machines, the ATM, the safe, and loose currency found inside the business.
A 21-year-old employee, Nishant Karki, was arrested at the scene on multiple gambling-related charges after officers discovered he possessed keys that opened the gaming machines.
Investigation Identifies Additional Suspects
Following the search warrant, investigators continued examining the operation and determined the business suite had been leased by 30-year-old Ricardo DeLeon Jr.
According to police, further investigation identified 29-year-old Austin Isaac as a central figure in the operation. Detectives alleged Isaac was connected to multiple illegal game rooms operating throughout Dallas and Tarrant counties.
Investigators reported that financial records used to secure the Luke Street lease were linked to a limited liability company allegedly created by Isaac. Authorities also obtained information showing rent payments for the property were made through cashier's checks bearing Isaac's name.
Police said surveillance footage captured Isaac entering the secured Luke Street suite several days after the search warrant was executed.
Investigators further alleged that Isaac had identified himself as the owner of another game room under investigation in Grand Prairie and that records connected DeLeon to that location as well.
Money Laundering Allegations
According to police, investigators reviewed financial documents submitted during the leasing process and found large cash deposits into accounts linked to Isaac.
Authorities allege the deposits exceeded $698,000 over a six-month period in 2025, including monthly cash deposits ranging from approximately $95,000 to more than $152,000.
Investigators stated they were unable to identify a legitimate source of income that would explain the deposits and allege the funds were tied to illegal gambling proceeds.
Police also allege Isaac used those funds to finance and maintain the gambling operation, including paying approximately $8,000 in rent for the Luke Street location.
Arrests and Charges
As a result of the investigation, Isaac was arrested on June 18 and booked into the Irving Jail.
He is charged with:
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Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity
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Keeping a Gambling Place
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Money Laundering
DeLeon was also arrested on June 18 and charged with:
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Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity
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Keeping a Gambling Place
The investigation remains ongoing.
