Former Buncombe sheriff charged in illegal video poker scheme
RALEIGH Former Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Medford and three former deputies have been charged for taking money to help protect an illegal video poker ring in Western North Carolina, according to an indictment unsealed today. The indictment also names former Lieutenant Ronnie Eugene “Butch” Davis, reserve Captain Guy Penland and Lieutenant John Harrison. The men were arrested and scheduled to …
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- BEE No. 92 (TM) - Trade name for the "diamond back" cards frequently used in casino games. Compare: RIDER BACK.
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