2 sentenced in illegal gambling operation connected to Michigan business
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2 sentenced in illegal gambling operation connected to Michigan business
Two men have been sentenced in connection with an illegal gambling operation happening at a Michigan business called Spin to Win. They were each sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay the following: $68 in state costs, $130 in crime victim rights fees, $150 in fines and costs. Kyle Schrotenboer, who worked at the business, pleaded guilty to one count of keeping a gambling house and was sentenced to 90 days in jail.
On April 1, 2025, Samir Naim Musharbash and Naim Samir Musharbash pleaded guilty to one felony count of gambling operations for violating the state’s gambling laws, according to the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB).
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On July 23, 2025, they were each sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay the following:
$68 in state costs
$130 in crime victim rights fees
$150 in fines
$60 DNA fee
$150 court costs
All of the items seized amid the investigation were ordered to be forfeited.
They were also sentenced to 180 days in jail with no credit for time served, but the jail time was suspended, according to the MGCB.
This comes after a search warrant was executed at Spin to Win at 2816 East Ganson Street in Jackson on Oct. 6, 2021.
Investigators seized 17 standalone slot-style machines and several computer towers and monitors that were used for internet slot games and $7,986 in cash.
The Michigan Department of Attorney General, the Blackman Township Department of Public Safety, and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department partnered to investigate the case.
“This case highlights the importance of coordinated law enforcement efforts to shut down illegal gambling operations that undermine the integrity of Michigan’s gaming laws,” said MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams. “We remain committed to protecting Michigan residents by enforcing regulations that ensure all gaming is fair, legal, and authorized.”
Another person charged in connection with this case was Kyle Schrotenboer, who worked at Spin to Win. He pleaded guilty to one count of keeping a gambling house on March 10, 2025, and was sentenced to 90 days in jail on May 14, 2025. He was also ordered to pay $75 in crime victim fees and $500 in fines and costs.
The agency is also reminding residents to gamble with operators that are licensed and regulated.
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