Summary:
- The man lost thousands of dollars during the robbery.
- A suspect has been arrested but additional details have not been provided.
- The victim was not harmed during the robbery.
On Monday, a gambler at the MotorCity Casino, Detroit was robbed after a long gambling session at the casino in the state of Michigan. The man was leaving the property and was at his vehicle in the parking garage when he was approached by another man.
The robber got away with thousands of dollars but was captured by police later that day.
Detroit Casino Robbery Details
The victim and suspect remain unnamed with minimal details provided by police on the matter. What we do know is that the man had been gambling at the casino Sunday night into the early hours on Monday. He was a large amount of money, as the robber was able to get away with thousands of dollars. How much exactly remains unclear.
After the win, the man decided to head home and walked to his car which was parked in the garage next to the casino. He was approached by another man and robbed of his winnings. It is unclear if a weapon was used in the robbery, but we do know the victim did not have any injuries.
Police were somehow able to capture the robber later in the day. We assume casino security camera footage provided details that helped to locate the suspect. More details should come out in the next few days regarding exactly what happened.
William Hill Sportsbook Robbery in Reno
The Cal Neva casino in Reno was also subject to robbery this week, with an incident occurring on Sunday morning. The William Hill Sportsbook of the property was robbed by an armed man, and he remains on the run.
The suspect reportedly walked into the sportsbook and pulled out a gun. He then told the employee to hand over cash. It is unclear how much cash the suspect got away with. The individual was wearing a facemask at the time and was seen leaving towards 1st Street.
Police were notified of the crime a little after 9 am on Sunday. A crime tip line known as Secret Witness is offering a $1,500 reward for information connected to the robbery that leads to an arrest.
Be Aware of Surroundings
These instances of casino robbery reiterate the need for players to be always vigilant and aware of their surroundings. Players should avoid carrying large amounts of cash and opt for a check instead. Be mindful as you leave a casino facility and ask for a security escort if you feel unsafe.
Criminals often target casinos due to the large amount of cashflow within a property. Parking lots and garages are prime spots for attack as they are getaway zones as well. Always be careful when leaving, even in the daytime to avoid any type of attack.
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