Sheriff Allegedly Shielded Illegal Gambling Ring | Orlando News

New body cam footage reveals a shocking illegal gambling operation at the Eclipse Social Club in Kissimmee, allegedly protected by former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez. Deputies initially checked for code violations but stumbled upon slot machines and a full-blown gambling ring. After the raid, the club’s owner reportedly told a deputy he had a close relationship with Lopez, who allegedly approved the club staying open — a claim the deputy reported, but the club continued operating. This damning evidence adds pressure to Lopez, who’s already facing racketeering charges and maintains his innocence. The club shut down only after Lopez’s arrest in June 2025, raising serious questions about corruption and the erosion of public trust. His court date is August 11 — and the walls are closing in. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6f1e5154c7c831d8