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Gambling News - 'Crime'
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 […]
Blockchain
May 6, 2024
Man Tied to Alleged ZKasino Scam Arrested in the Netherlands
Authorities in the Netherlands have been alerted to the possibility of the ZKasino scam being conducted out of the country. As a result, a person who is related to the online gambling platform, has been arrested. The Fiscal Information and Investigation Service (FIOD) has confirmed that a 26-year-old man was arrested on April 29, and […]
Casino
May 3, 2024
Macau Police Arrest 5 Casino Fraudsters, Seize Fake Chips
The Macau Judiciary Police have arrested five Chinese nationals suspected to be related to a cross-border criminal syndicate. The criminal organization, according to the authorities, uses counterfeit chips in casinos in Macau. The arrests followed a recent report from a casino in the Cotai area where a customer exchanged fake chips for money. After the […]
Legal
May 3, 2024
Indiana Man Hid Casino Winnings to Avoid Paying Child Support
A man from Indiana could land in prison for trying to hide his casino winnings and avoid paying back child support. The player, Lance Halderman, tried to collect his winnings via another person to avoid having the sum seized. According to reports, the 44-year-old had previously had his winnings seized for back child support. This […]
Legal
May 3, 2024
Mississippi Authorities Arrest Three in Human Trafficking Case
Mississippi authorities have arrested three people at a casino property in the state, believing them to have been involved in a human trafficking case. The operation took place in mid-April and saw several tribal and state agencies join forces to crack down on the illegal operation and arrest the perpetrators. The law enforcement action was […]
Sports
May 3, 2024
Leaked Emails Spark Controversy in Iowa College Athletes Legal Case
A recently surfaced internal email exchange between Iowa state investigators in connection with a legal case against Iowa state law enforcement agencies has shed new light on the motivation behind the 2023 investigation into online sports betting among Iowa college athletes. Iowa Investigator Does Not Care About Athletes’ Future The leaked correspondence shows that the […]