The Gwangju Metropolitan Police Agency raided a “hold ‘em pub” in Gwangju on Tuesday and booked over 30 people, including the owner and patrons, for violating the Infectious Disease Control and Prevention Act.
“Hold ‘em pubs” are nightlife joints that offer alcoholic beverages and provide tables for card games, including poker.
Photos provided by the Gwangju Metropolitan Policy Agency
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