on Thursday afternoon.

A Police spokesman said the action was a result of observations by officers.

A report will be prepared and forwarded to the Police Commissioner, who will decide if any charges should be laid, the spokesman said.

It is understood the machines were not the traditional casino-style ones where you can hit the "jackpot'' and win hundreds of dollars, but rather machines you put money in and win smaller-scale prizes, available through the bar.

However, any form of gambling is illegal in Bermuda.

A Vasco manager said he would "rather not discuss the matter'' when contacted last night.