The immense amount of cash flowing through casinos naturally attracts the world's most ambitious criminals.
While modern security makes physical theft almost impossible, history is full of spectacular heists.
Bill Brennan and the Stardust Robbery
Bill Brennan, a trusted sports book cashier, pulled off a flawlessly simple inside job.
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
Phil Ivey and the Baccarat Edge
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.
The Crown Casino High-Tech Hack
In 2013, the Crown Casino in Melbourne was the victim of an incredibly high-tech heist.
Information was then secretly relayed to the player at the table via a wireless earpiece.
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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