The immense amount of cash flowing through casinos naturally attracts the world's most ambitious criminals.
While modern security makes physical theft almost impossible, history is full of spectacular heists.
The Stardust Casino Inside Job
Bill Brennan, a trusted sports book cashier, pulled off a flawlessly simple inside job.
Brennan simply packed half a million dollars into a bag and walked out the front door.
Occurred at the Stardust Casino in 1992The thief was a trusted employeeHe disappeared without a single trace
Phil Ivey and the Baccarat Edge
While not a traditional robbery at gunpoint, Phil Ivey's baccarat session cost casinos millions.
Lengthy legal battles ensued, ultimately resulting in judges ruling that edge sorting constituted cheating.
The Crown Casino High-Tech Hack
In 2013, the Crown Casino in Melbourne was the victim of an incredibly high-tech heist.
This incredibly sophisticated scam netted the thieves over $32 million in just a few short hands.
ThiefLocationTechniqueBill BrennanLas VegasWalked out with bagPhil IveyLondonEdge Sorting Cards
These incredible stories remind us that casinos are engaged in a constant arms race with clever criminals.
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The Biggest Casino Heists in History
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