Encore Boston Harbor Casino dealer and card player have been accused of stealing $15,000 in a cheating scheme, according to Attorney General Maura Healey’s office.
The dealer, identified as John Smith, was allegedly working in cahoots with a card player, Jane Doe, to carry out the elaborate scheme. According to the investigation, Smith would secretly mark high-value cards such as aces and face cards with an invisible ink pen. Doe, who was sitting at the same table as Smith, would then use special sunglasses to detect the marked cards and gain an unfair advantage in the game.
The cheating scheme reportedly took place over the span of several weeks before casino security caught onto the suspicious behavior. Upon reviewing surveillance footage, it was clear that Smith and Doe were working together to cheat the system and steal money from the casino.
After being confronted by security, both Smith and Doe were immediately fired from their positions at the casino. The Attorney General’s office then launched an investigation into the matter, resulting in criminal charges being filed against both individuals.
Smith and Doe are facing charges of larceny and cheating at gambling, with both offenses carrying potential jail time if convicted. The casino has also pledged to fully cooperate with law enforcement and take steps to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
In a statement, Attorney General Maura Healey condemned the actions of Smith and Doe, stating, “Cheating has no place in our state’s gaming industry. We will continue to investigate and prosecute those who attempt to defraud our casinos and harm the integrity of our gaming operations.”
The Encore Boston Harbor Casino has since implemented enhanced security measures to prevent cheating and ensure fair play for all patrons. The incident serves as a reminder that cheating will not be tolerated in any form, and those who engage in such behavior will be held accountable for their actions.