Lucknow, Oct. 23 -- The Bazaar Khala police arrested 16 men during a raid at a house in Nand Kheda Mill Area, where gambling was allegedly on, and seized Rs.1,27,150 in cash, officials said on Thursday.

Acting on a tip-off received during patrolling on October 21, a police team led by the assistant commissioner of police (Bazaar Khala) surrounded the house and conducted a raid. According to police, those present allegedly attempted to flee but were apprehended by the team.

An FIR has been registered under Sections 3 and 4 of the Public Gambling Act at Bazaar Khala police station.

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