In a shocking turn of events, a man has been arrested for allegedly stealing $13,000 worth of casino chips from Encore Boston Harbor. According to Massachusetts State Police, the man was caught with the stolen chips in his possession after an extensive investigation.
The suspect, whose name has not been released, was apprehended by police after they received a tip about a possible theft at the popular casino. Upon further investigation, authorities discovered that the man had been using stolen chips to gamble at the casino.
When questioned by police, the man claimed that he had found the chips on the floor of the casino and had decided to keep them. However, after further questioning and a thorough inspection of surveillance footage, it became clear that the man had intentionally stolen the chips.
Authorities are now working to determine how the man was able to steal such a large amount of chips from the casino without being noticed. In a statement to the press, a spokesperson for Encore Boston Harbor stated that they take the security and safety of their guests very seriously, and are cooperating fully with law enforcement in their investigation.
The man has been charged with larceny and is currently being held on bail pending a court appearance. It is unclear at this time whether he has retained legal counsel.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, as many residents and visitors to the casino were unaware of the potential for theft at such a popular establishment. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward.
In the meantime, Encore Boston Harbor has taken steps to tighten security measures in order to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Guests at the casino can rest assured that their safety and security remain a top priority for the establishment.
