A woman caused chaos at a Michigan casino when she drove her SUV straight through the entrance and crashed into several slot machines on Monday night. The incident, which took place at the Greektown Casino in Detroit, left patrons in shock and caused extensive damage to the property.
According to witnesses, the woman appeared to be driving erratically before crashing into the casino. Surveillance footage shows the SUV speeding through the entrance and hitting multiple slot machines, sending them flying across the gaming floor. Several patrons were narrowly missed by the reckless driver, who then attempted to flee the scene on foot.
Security personnel quickly apprehended the woman and detained her until police arrived. Authorities have not released the identity of the driver, but they have stated that she is being charged with several offenses, including reckless driving and destruction of property.
No injuries were reported as a result of the crash, but the incident caused panic among casino-goers and disrupted the evening for many patrons. The casino has since closed off the damaged area and is working to repair the slot machines that were destroyed.
In a statement following the incident, a spokesperson for Greektown Casino expressed gratitude that no one was hurt but condemned the reckless actions of the driver. “We take the safety and well-being of our patrons very seriously, and we will be reviewing our security protocols to ensure that a similar incident does not happen in the future,” the spokesperson said.
The woman’s motives for driving into the casino remain unclear, but authorities are investigating the incident further. In the meantime, the casino has reopened for business, with security measures heightened to prevent any future incidents of this nature.
As the investigation continues, the community is left shocked and shaken by the events that unfolded at the Greektown Casino. The damage caused by the woman’s reckless actions serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that can arise when individuals choose to disregard the safety of others.