A woman from New Jersey is claiming that an Atlantic City casino refused to pay out a seven-figure jackpot that she hit while playing a slot machine. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, told WPVI-TV that she was thrilled when she saw the winning combination flash across the screen at the Ocean Casino Resort.
“I couldn’t believe it. I never thought I would win that much money,” the woman said. “I was so excited and started planning all the things I could do with the money.”
However, her excitement quickly turned to frustration when casino staff allegedly told her that the machine had malfunctioned and that she would not be receiving her winnings. The woman said that she was devastated and felt like she had been cheated out of her prize.
After the incident, the woman sought legal representation and an investigation was launched into the matter. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement is looking into the allegations and conducting a thorough review of the casino’s practices.
In response to the woman’s claims, the Ocean Casino Resort released a statement saying that they take all claims of malfunction seriously and that they are working with the appropriate authorities to investigate the incident.
This is not the first time that a casino has been accused of refusing to pay out a jackpot. In 2016, a man from Illinois sued an Iowa casino after they refused to pay him a $10,000 jackpot that he won playing a slot machine.
As the investigation into this latest incident unfolds, the woman remains hopeful that she will eventually receive the money that she rightfully won. “I just want what is owed to me,” she said. “I played fair and square, and I deserve to be paid out.”
For now, the woman is left with a bitter taste in her mouth and a sense of disappointment over what should have been a joyous occasion. The outcome of the investigation remains to be seen, but one thing is clear – this woman is not backing down until she gets the money she deserves.
