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Fontainebleau Guest Was Likely Drugged, Has $125K Rolex Stolen, Cops Reveal
A reputed sex worker was arrested this month after she allegedly stole a luxury watch from a man staying at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Koncina Brisbon, 30, reportedly met the man in the hotel’s Bleau Bar at about 3:15 a.m. on May...
Culinary Union Says Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is Hiring Scabs During Strike
Hundreds of workers have applied to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas to fill temporary positions after some 700 hospitality workers went out on strike on Friday. But the union says replacement hires are scabs. The hotel said in a recent statement it’s “grateful”...
Casino Jackpot News Roundup: Player Wins Over $1M in New Mexico
A woman won more than $1M while playing a slot machine on Saturday at New Mexico’s Ohkay Hotel Casino. The unnamed Taos County resident collected $1,032,690 after wagering $3.75. The machine was a Buffalo Xtreme slot made by Aristocrat Gaming. "The young...
Casino Crime News Roundup: Woman Allegedly Assaulted Troopers, Casino Worker
A woman was arrested on Saturday after she assaulted two Pennsylvania state troopers, a casino employee, and a good Samaritan at the Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, police said. Kaleigh McManus, 33, of New Haven, Conn., was apprehended and charged with aggravated...
Las Vegas Crime News Roundup: Man Allegedly Tossed Five Puppies Into Dumpster
The recent discovery of five puppies, that were stuffed into a trash bag found in a Las Vegas dumpster has led to a man’s arrest. The puppies smelled of chlorine when they were found on November 5 at an apartment complex on...
Defendants Plead Guilty After Officer’s Death at New York State Casino
Two defendants pleaded guilty on Monday following the death of a police sergeant at New York’s Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel. Under a plea deal, Michael Elmore, 33, pleaded guilty to first-degree aggravated manslaughter and obstruction of governmental administration. When sentenced on...
Texas Casino Legislation Faces Uphill Battle in Upcoming Session
Texas legislators are unlikely to approve locating commercial casinos in the state, officials said. But there’s a remote chance legislation could generate enough enthusiasm to pass in 2025, experts add. In a recent interview with Dallas TV station WFAA, Texas Lt. Gov....
New Crypto Online Sportsbook, Casino Launched as Bitcoin Prices Set Records
A new crypto sportsbook and casino, BetHog, has launched publicly in limited regions, the company announced this week. The launch comes as Bitcoin hit record highs of over $90K this week (trading at $91,205.99 as of Thursday morning) following the election of...
New Hampshire Authorities Accused of Blocking Concord Casino Sale
The planned sale of Concord Casino has hit new roadblocks with the current owner’s attorneys putting the blame on New Hampshire state officials. Casino owner Andy Sanborn was ordered to find a buyer for the charitable gaming property after his casino license...
Casino Crime News Roundup: Rivers Casino Pittsburgh Dealer Allegedly Cheated
A dealer at Rivers Casino Pittsburgh was arrested on Friday for a variety of alleged repeated violations while playing blackjack. Jamie L. Smith, 33, of Pittsburgh, Pa. is accused of improperly dealing cards some 192 times. Smith allegedly overpaid casino visitors for...
