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Gambling News - 'Crime'
Industry
May 13, 2024
Police Investigate Murder at MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino
Law enforcement in Prince George’s County, Maryland, is currently investigating a shooting incident that resulted in the death of one person. The fatal incident dates back to the early hours of Saturday, and it occurred at MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino in Oxon Hill. What’s known so far is that one person died after […]
Casino
May 10, 2024
Man Who Scammed an SD Casino Risks 15 Years in Prison
Roberto Orellana, a man who allegedly scammed a casino worker out of $350,000, has pleaded not guilty in court. If convicted, the man faces up to 15 years in prison. The 44-year-old was accused of scamming a cashier at Grand River Casino, a tribal gambling property in Mobridge, South Dakota. According to the allegations, the […]
Industry
May 10, 2024
Former Congressional Candidate Pleads Not Guilty to Murder Charge
Daniel Rodimer, a former congressional candidate from Nevada, pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to a murder charge stemming from the death of Christopher Tapp, an Idaho man fatally injured in a Strip hotel room. Rodimer, 45, a former professional wrestler who ran for Nevada’s 3rd congressional district in 2020, was indicted by a grand jury […]
Industry
May 9, 2024
Man Who Fueled Gambling Addiction with Money from Fraud Goes to Prison
Problem gambling can have dire consequences to the lives of the people addicted to the activity, their families and loved ones. People affected by at-risk or compulsive gambling may resort to unlawful activities such as scams, fraud and even violent crimes such as robberies. Labeled as vulnerable individuals, such people are also at risk of […]
Legal
May 8, 2024
Lawyers Ask for the Postponement of Ippei Mizuhara’s Arraignment
Yesterday, lawyers from the US Department of Justice asked for the postponement of Ippei Mizuhara’s arraignment. The interpreter was allegedly involved in a multi-million gambling scheme, stealing millions of dollars from his former friend, Shohei Ohtani. Mizuhara served as the interpreter and confidant of the Los Angeles Dodgers star player for years, accompanying him throughout […]
Industry
May 8, 2024
Defense Attorney Asks for Intensive Corrections Order in Betting Fraud Case
It is not uncommon for individuals affected by problem gambling to engage in illicit activities, including fraud, theft or in some cases even violent crimes. Driven by the urge to gamble more and chasing losses, problem gamblers often get themselves deeper into trouble by piling up debt or having issues with the law. In one […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
Gambling Addiction Drives Brisbane Court Worker to Commit Fraud, Theft
It is not uncommon for people affected by at-risk or problem gambling to engage in unlawful activities. While some may resort to violent crimes, others may consider embezzlement, fraud or theft. This is precisely the case of a former public servant with the Department of Justice in Brisbane, Australia, who was recently sentenced. The case […]
Industry
May 7, 2024
Counterfeiter Flees Australian Justice after Using Fake Chips
A Chinese national made a daring escape from Sydney’s The Star casino after attempting to use $34,000 worth of counterfeit casino chips, according to police reports. The perpetrator was reportedly testing the waters in preparation for a more ambitious defrauding attempt. This incident matches other recent counterfeit chip sightings in high-profile establishments, hinting at the […]
Industry
May 6, 2024
Ontario Students Embroiled in Illegal Gambling Operation
Orillia, Ontario, has become the focal point of an alarming online gambling scheme targeting high school students, prompting a police investigation. Reports surfaced in April revealing that a gambling website called Topbets lured underage individuals. Once signed up, students found themselves embroiled in a dangerous cycle of debt, accompanied by threats from those behind the […]
Industry
May 6, 2024
NZ Study Suggests Link Between Problem Gambling and Crime
An unprecedented study on problem gambling in New Zealand has suggested that people struggling with gambling might be more likely to break the law. According to the results, gambling harm may be pushing over 10,000 locals to commit crimes every year. The latest study was compiled by Auckland University of Technology Associate Professor Maria Bellringer […]