
United StatesThe immense amount of cash flowing through casinos naturally attracts the world's most ambitious criminals.
These legendary stories read like Hollywood movie scripts, involving insider knowledge and incredible audacity.
One of the most famous unsolved casino heists occurred in 1992 at the legendary Stardust Casino.
During his lunch break, he casually strolled out of the casino with $500,000 in cash and chips.
While not a traditional robbery at gunpoint, Phil Ivey's baccarat session cost casinos millions.
Lengthy legal battles ensued, ultimately resulting in judges ruling that edge sorting constituted cheating.
A high-roller colluded with a rogue security expert who hacked into the casino's camera network.
This incredibly sophisticated scam netted the thieves over $32 million in just a few short hands.
| Method | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Inside Job | Stardust Vault | Unsolved |
| Camera Hack | VIP Table | Caught |
While physical heists are incredibly rare today, cyber-attacks remain a modern threat to gambling operators.