Gambling News - 'Indiana'
Lottery
December 14, 2023
Hoosier Lottery Winner Claims $50,000 Prize Despite Shredded Ticket
The Hoosier Lottery Commission in Indiana has approved a $50,000 Powerball prize for a man named Paul Marshall, even though his winning ticket was torn to pieces by a store employee. The decision came during a recent meeting in Indianapolis, where five commissioners unanimously supported Marshall’s appeal. Hoosier Lottery Commission Validates $50,000 Win The incident […]
Casino
December 13, 2023
Hard Rock Casino Maintains Dominance in Indiana’s Gambling Scene
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana has once again secured its spot as the top-earning casino in the state, marking an impressive 25 consecutive months at the pinnacle of the Indiana Gaming Commission’s (IGC) revenue charts. Matt Schuffert Credits Diverse Factors for Hard Rock Casino’s Impressive November Win According to data released on December 12 by […]
Casino
December 13, 2023
Indiana Gaming Commission Stays Resilient Amidst Corruption Scandal
In the aftermath of former State Representative Sean Eberhart’s guilty plea to federal corruption charges, the Indiana Gaming Commission (IGC) remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding the integrity of the gaming industry. IGC Operations Remain Unscathed Amidst Corruption Allegations Despite the gravity of the corruption case, IGC Deputy Director Jennifer Reske assured the public […]
Casino
December 12, 2023
Bally’s Evansville Loses $212,000 to Phishing
A few months after the devastating cyberattacks on MGM and Caesars, Bally’s property in Evansville, Indiana, has become the victim of a phishing scam. As a result, the casino hotel has lost more than $212,000. As reported by the Evansville Police Department, the Bally’s venue was commissioning a construction firm for work on its property. […]
Industry
November 28, 2023
Homicide Suspect in Indianapolis Uses Victim’s Card to Gamble
A person from Indianapolis, Indiana, suspected of the murder of his father was arrested recently and put into jail on a preliminary murder charge, a newly released report reveals. The person, identified with the initials R.C., 39, of Indianapolis, was arrested after law enforcement found his father shot with two bullets in his home on […]
Industry
November 24, 2023
Police Arrests Bally’s Evansville Patron for Leaving Child Unattended
Many states where casino gambling is legal prohibit adults from leaving their children alone in order to gamble. With punishments varying from one state to another, in general, people who are found to have left their children unattended to gamble can be subject to fines and criminal charges. Moreover, such individuals may be placed on […]
Industry
November 24, 2023
Ex-financial Advisor in Indiana Uses Client’s Money to Gamble
A financial advisor with more than a decade of experience is facing two criminal charges after he allegedly misused nearly $5 million of a client’s funds. The alleged crime occurred between 2019 and 2021. During that time, the financial adviser worked for Valeo Financial Advisors, a company based in Carmel, Indiana. The advisor, identified with […]
Industry
November 17, 2023
Indiana: Suspect of Auto Theft Arrested at Bally’s Evansville
Financial crimes, burglaries, robberies and other criminal activities are much easier to uncover nowadays thanks to technological innovations, proactive monitoring and CCTV. Casino operators across the globe continue to invest heavily in technology to protect their online and retail operations, battling against a wide range of criminal activities, including money laundering, fraud and robberies, among […]
Lottery
November 17, 2023
Hoosier Lottery Player Wins $588,000 Jackpot
The Hoosier Lottery has turned another man’s life around. After playing the lottery’s $5 Lighting Cash Fast Play game, Dave Click, a resident of Peru, Indiana, won the $588,054 jackpot. Click bought the ticket at Peru Pantry, a shop located at 286 W. Main Street in Miami County. At first, he couldn’t believe his luck […]
Industry
November 13, 2023
Former Indiana State Rep Tangled in Casino Corruption Case
A former member of the Indiana House of Representatives was involved in a case alleging federal corruption. Charges against Sean Eberhart, 57, were filed in Indiana. A statement released by the US Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Indiana, reveals that the former House member pleaded guilty to conspiring with others to solicit and receive a […]