A Florida couple’s evening of celebration turned into a nightmare after they were ambushed following a big jackpot win at a local casino. The couple, who wish to remain anonymous, had been enjoying a night out at the Casinos.com casino in Miami when they hit a jackpot of $50,000 on a slot machine.
According to police reports, the couple left the casino around midnight and were headed to their car in the parking lot when they were suddenly approached by two masked individuals with guns. The assailants demanded the couple hand over their winnings, threatening to harm them if they did not comply.
In a state of shock and fear, the couple complied with the robbers’ demands, handing over the cash before the assailants fled the scene. The couple immediately alerted casino security and local law enforcement, who have launched an investigation into the incident.
“This is a disturbing and heartbreaking situation,” said Casinos.com spokesperson, John Smith. “We take the safety and wellbeing of our patrons very seriously, and we are cooperating fully with the authorities to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.”
The couple, who were left physically unharmed but emotionally shaken by the ordeal, have vowed to never return to Casinos.com or any other casino in the future. “We were just trying to have a good time and celebrate our luck,” the woman said in a statement. “But now we’ll never be able to forget the terror we felt that night.”
Local residents and casino-goers have expressed shock and outrage over the incident, with many calling for increased security measures at casinos to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. “It’s a shame that something like this could happen at a place that should be all about fun and entertainment,” said one regular patron. “I hope they catch those criminals and make sure nothing like this happens again.”
As the investigation continues, law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the robbery to come forward. In the meantime, the Florida couple is left to pick up the pieces and try to move on from the traumatic experience that has left them feeling violated and vulnerable.