Toronto police have arrested three people in connection with illegal gaming allegedly taking place at two nail salons in the Rexdale area.

Dubbed "Project Lotto," the investigation was conducted over the past several months, police say. It was launched after complaints from the community and the City of Toronto Bylaw office about alleged illegal lottery schemes going on at the salons.

In a release issued Tuesday, police alleged the gaming took place at two establishments, Lena's Nail Salon and Nails for You Salon.

Police say they seized $87,955 from businesses, homes and financial institutions between May 13 and May 15.

The three accused, aged 42, 50 and 59, face a total of 10 charges including possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime and keeping a common betting or gaming house.

The three are scheduled to appear in court June 24th at 1 p.m.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Brian Beadman at (416) 808-263 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at (416) 222-8477.