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July 11, 2024
Former Indiana Lawmaker Sentenced to Prison in Casino Corruption Scandal
A former legislator in Indiana was recently sentenced to one year in prison after agreeing to help a casino operator with favorable conditions in exchange for a future well-paid position with the company. The criminal case involves Sean Eberhart, a former lawmaker who was a representative for Indiana House District 57. Overall, he held the […]
Legal
July 10, 2024
Vermont Democrats’ Debit Card Illicitly Used for Sports Betting
The Vermont Democratic Party faced an unfortunate accident, experiencing a fraudulent charge of $925 on its political committee debit card, with the funds later deposited into an account on the sports and fantasy gambling site FanDuel. While political fundraising committees are a prime target for criminals, this is the only known case where stolen money […]
Casino
July 10, 2024
AGA Endorses New Law to Combat Human Trafficking in the US
The American Gaming Association (AGA) has expressed its support for a new law designed to stop human trafficking. New Law Aims to Certify Businesses in Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention The Human Trafficking Awareness Training Recognition Act, introduced by Congressmen David Valadao of California and Troy Carter of Louisiana, seeks to create a certification program […]
Legal
July 9, 2024
UK Man Sentenced in Finland after Defrauding Online Casinos
William Anthony Parker has been handed a prison sentence in Finland after stealing almost a million dollars from online casino operators. The Brit has been accused of hacking into two iGaming companies, stealing a total of $903,000. The 34-year-old, according to a local report, exploited a security vulnerability to hack into the two casino operators […]
Industry
July 9, 2024
Man Goes to Prison over Drug Distribution to Wisconsin Tribal Communities
A man who was arrested for suspicion of distribution of drugs to Menominee and Ho-Chunk Tribal Communities in Wisconsin was recently sentenced to more than ten years in prison. The 42-year-old man, identified with the initials C.P., was arrested by law enforcement outside Ho-Chunk Gaming Wittenberg near Wittenberg in Shawano County. After the man was […]
Legal
July 8, 2024
China Cracks Down on Macau Money Exchange Gangs
In a continued effort to dismantle criminal networks, China’s Ministry of Public Security recently convened a critical meeting in Beijing to discuss the persistent issue of Macau’s “money exchange gangs.” Officials emphasized the necessity of maintaining a stringent, high-pressure crackdown on these illicit groups, which have long plagued the region and violate the country’s strict […]
Industry
July 5, 2024
Kentucky Posts Nearly 90% Decrease in Gambling-Related Crimes
The Kentucky State Police, in collaboration with all law enforcement agencies in the state, released its latest offense and arrest data report. The document contained a summarized list of all criminal activities recorded in 2023 and compared it to the same list of crimes from the year before. Early in September last year, Kentucky launched […]
Industry
July 5, 2024
Texas: San Juan Police Arrests Four, Seizes 77 Illegal Gambling Machines
Despite the efforts of law enforcement across the United States, illegal gambling remains an issue and attracts millions of players. Not only are there unlicensed, offshore online casinos and betting platforms but oftentimes, police bust illegal gambling dens. In one such criminal case from San Juan, Texas, a total of four individuals, suspected of being […]
Casino
July 5, 2024
Gambler’s Fury Sparks Chaos at South Korea’s Kangwon Land Casino Hotel
In a stunning occurrence at the Kangwon Land Casino in Gangwon Province, South Korea, a Chinese national in his 50s was arrested for arson after reportedly setting fire to his hotel room following substantial gambling losses. The event took place early on the morning of July 4 when, as authorities suspect, the man lit the […]
Casino
July 5, 2024
Suncity Group’s Alvin Chau Loses Appeal of 18-Year Prison Sentence
Macau’s Court of Final Appeal has upheld a prison sentence for former Suncity Group CEO Alvin Chau of 18 years, rejecting his appeal to shorten the term. This comes at the end of a closely watched case that has had major implications for Macau’s casino industry. Macau Court Denies Appeals by Chau and Eight Other […]
