Man Arrested for Leaving Children Unattended at Illinois Casino
Date: 2024-03-17 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: CASINO, PEOPLE
Five Children Left Alone in Car at Casino Parking Garage
In a concerning incident dating back to April 2023, a man is facing charges for leaving five children alone in a car parked at the Rivers Casino's parking garage. The children, aged between 1 and 10 years old, were found unattended in the vehicle by casino security.
Alleged Neglect and Gambling
According to reports, the 29-year-old, identified as D.G., left the children unsupervised for approximately an hour while he gambled inside the casino. The incident has resulted in charges of endangering the life or health of a minor against the individual.
Escape and Arrest
After being alerted by one of the children, the man reportedly left the casino before the authorities arrived, leaving a fake ID with security. However, subsequent investigations led to the identification of the suspect, resulting in his arrest in Chicago on Monday.
Legal Ramifications
The case highlights the legal consequences of neglecting minors, which can vary from state to state. In Illinois, leaving children unattended for an unreasonable period of time is considered neglect and can lead to severe penalties.
Other Casino Incidents
This incident follows another case in Illinois involving a group accused of defrauding Wind Creek Casino in a Baccarat scam. Although six individuals were implicated, only four are facing charges related to the alleged fraud, amounting to $300,000.
