Former South Beach Casino Security Chief Alleges Retaliation over Drug Warnings

A former senior security official at South Beach Casino has filed a lawsuit alleging unlawful dismissal, drawing uncomfortable attention to the Manitoba gaming venue. The plaintiff claims that his termination was in retaliation for reporting the illegal activities. The casino, meanwhile, maintains that the dismissal was warranted due to workplace safety concerns stemming from sexual harassment complaints.

The Plaintiff Claims Management Tried to Silence Him

Devin Morin, who served as head of security at South Beach Casino & Resort in Scanterbury, Manitoba, says he was dismissed “with cause” in late July after raising alarms about illegal drugs among staff and patrons. In a statement of claim dated 9 December and filed at the Manitoba Court of King’s Bench, Morin asserts that management manufactured a harassment allegation to remove him.

According to the lawsuit, Morin began working at the casino in 2022. The plaintiff claims he consistently received positive feedback, along with annual bonuses. He alleges that the situation got worse after he voiced concerns about drug sales inside the casino, including claims that substances were being sold to employees. Morin also reportedly told the casino’s CEO that senior leadership may also be involved.

South Beach Casino, which is one of the three First Nation-operated casinos in the province, is run by the Southeast Resource Development Council for the seven Manitoba First Nations. The casino launched operations in 2005 and has evolved into a major employer and a tourism destination in the Winnipeg area.

The Venue Argues the Dismissal Was Justified

South Beach Casino strongly disputes Morin’s claims that his dismissal was a means to silence further complaints. The venue is adamant that the plaintiff was terminated to protect employees after multiple harassment complaints were made against him. The defense drew attention to several 2025 complaints of unwanted sexual advances toward another employee.

According to the casino, the internal investigation into Morin’s actions included interviews and a review of CCTV footage. However, he denies all allegations of inappropriate conduct. Morin argues that he was never shown the evidence against him, nor allowed to respond. He also claims that the casino did not employ a neutral and qualified investigator, breaching his employment contract.
Morin also took issue with the matter of his dismissal.

He alleges that he was removed from the building in full view of employees and customers, which humiliated him and damaged his reputation. Morin is seeking undisclosed damages and a declaration that his dismissal was wrongful, while South Beach is asking the court to dismiss the case entirely.