The immense amount of cash flowing through casinos naturally attracts the world's most ambitious criminals.
Today, surveillance systems are flawless, but in the past, clever thieves managed to walk away millions.
The Stardust Casino Inside Job
One of the most famous unsolved casino heists occurred in 1992 at the legendary Stardust Casino.
He was never seen or heard from again, becoming an enduring legend in Las Vegas lore.
Occurred at the Stardust Casino in 1992The thief was a trusted employeeHe disappeared without a single trace
The Baccarat Card Sorting Scandal
Professional poker player Phil Ivey used a technique called "edge sorting" to beat the house.
The casinos eventually realized what was happening and refused to pay out the massive winnings.
The Crown Casino High-Tech Hack
In 2013, the Crown Casino in Melbourne was the victim of an incredibly high-tech heist.
The casino eventually discovered the breach and managed to recover most of the stolen funds.
ThiefLocationTechniqueBill BrennanLas VegasWalked out with bagPhil IveyLondonEdge Sorting Cards
The allure of the casino vault will undoubtedly continue to inspire elaborate criminal plots in the future.
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The Biggest Casino Heists in History
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