2197 stories by Ed Silverstein
Casino Crime Round Up: Reno’s Cal Neva Sportsbook Robbed
The William Hill sportsbook at the Cal Neva casino in Reno, Nev. was robbed by an armed man on Sunday morning. He remains on the lam. The suspect walked into the operation and pulled out a firearm before ordering a sportsbook writer...
Jackpot: $572K Won on Las Vegas Strip Wheel of Fortune Slot Machine
A mystery player recently won more than $572K on a slot at Las Vegas’s New York-New York Hotel & Casino. The total jackpot was $572,660.58. The player bet $1.75, IGT revealed on its Twitter account on Saturday. The win was hit on...
Gambling Raids in Several States Lead to Multiple Arrests, Seized Property
Four illicit gambling operations in several states have lead to recent arrests and the apprehension of illegal devices, cash, and firearms. On Thursday, authorities uncovered a Leeds, Ala., illegal gambling operation. Five gambling machines, two firearms, and an unspecified amount of cash were...
Fontainebleau Hotel Smoky Blaze Leads 93 Las Vegas Firefighters to Respond
Fire officials are continuing to investigate Saturday afternoon’s rooftop fire at the Fontainebleau Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. A plume of smoke could be seen for miles as 93 firefighters responded. It appears the fire ignited roofing materials and debris on...
Casino Crime Round Up: Gambling Addicted N.H. Minister Heading to Prison
A one-time pastor was sentenced this week to 18 months in prison for stealing about $130,000 from a New Hampshire church. Some of the loot was used to pay for his gambling debt with other money used for personal purchases. Gregory Neal,...
Controversial Concord, NH Casino Has Local Resident File Legal Appeal
A local woman has gone to court to challenge a casino in Concord, NH. She claims that town officials improperly approved the project. Residents were inadequately informed that the Concord Planning Board was to vote on the proposal at its June meeting,...
Atlantic City Cops Nab Teens After Cars Burglarized at Bally’s Parking Garage
Three 14-year-olds were arrested and are heading to court after several Kias were burglarized last Thursday at the parking garage at Bally’s Atlantic City. Two of the juveniles broke into and burglarized the vehicles at the 1900 Pacific Ave. parking facility, police...
Oklahoma Casino Sees Explosive Device Lead to Hotel Evacuation
Authorities continue to search for details on the person who had an explosive device with them last week at Ponca City, Oklahoma’s Osage Casino and Hotel. The device was found in the hotel guest’s luggage at the property last Thursday, according to...
Jackpot: Slot Players Keep Winning at Harry Reid Airport, Caesars Palace
Lucky players continue to hit payouts at Caesars Palace Las Vegas and at Harry Reid International Airport. Within the last month, slot machines at the two Las Vegas locations paid out several sizable jackpots. On June 27, a mystery player won more...
Las Vegas Crime Round Up: Homicide Arrest for Pedestrian Bridge Death
A man was arrested for murder this week for the July 15 killing of another man on a pedestrian bridge near 900 North Las Vegas Boulevard. The victim was identified as David Danzinger. Police said he had blood on his face and...
