A night of celebration turned into a nightmare for a local couple who were ambushed after a big win at a nearby casino. The incident occurred late Saturday night in the parking lot of the Desert Diamond Casino, located just outside of Tucson, Arizona.
According to witnesses, the couple, who wishes to remain anonymous, had been at the casino for several hours before hitting a major jackpot on a slot machine. Excited about their good fortune, they decided to cash out their winnings and head home. Little did they know that their luck would take a turn for the worse.
As they made their way to their car, they were suddenly approached by two unknown individuals who demanded the couple hand over their winnings. The couple, caught off guard and fearing for their safety, complied with the suspects’ demands. The suspects then proceeded to assault the couple before fleeing the scene with their cash.
Authorities were called to the scene shortly after the incident occurred and are currently investigating the case. They believe the suspects may have been watching the couple inside the casino, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike.
In a statement released by the casino, they expressed their concern for the safety of their patrons and ensured that they are working closely with law enforcement to help bring the culprits to justice.
The couple, shaken but thankfully not seriously injured, expressed their disbelief at what had transpired. “We never thought something like this could happen to us,” the husband said. “We were just trying to have a good time and now we’re left feeling violated and scared.”
This incident serves as a reminder to always be vigilant and cautious, even in seemingly safe environments like casinos. Authorities are asking anyone with information regarding this case to come forward and help bring closure to the couple who had their night of celebration turned into a nightmare.