The winner of a Las Vegas slot machine jackpot never knew he won more than $229,000 due to a 'communications error' in the machine, according to a press release from the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
The winner of a Las Vegas slot machine jackpot didn’t know he won more than $229,000 because of a “communications error” in the machine, the Nevada Gaming Control Board said.
Robert Taylor of Arizona won the jackpot Jan. 8 at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. However, because of the error, a malfunction occurred "that prevented Mr. Taylor and casino personnel from realizing that a progressive jackpot had been won," the gaming board said in aThe news release says that once it had been confirmed that a jackpot had been won but hadn't been dispensed, the gaming board undertook an extensive search to find the winner.
“The Nevada Gaming Control Board is charged with the strict regulation of the gaming industry, the protection of the gaming public, and ensuring that the industry benefits the State of Nevada,” said James Taylor, the chief of the board’s Enforcement Division.
The investigation to find Taylor involved reviewing multiple hours of surveillance video, interviewing witnesses, reviewing electronic records and analyzing ride-share information, the release says. After the information was reviewed, Taylor was identified, and on Jan. 28, he was notified about his winnings.Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. In order to improve our community experience, we are temporarily suspending article commentingFrance and European Union launch inquiries after Dutch-owned super trawler FV Margiris spilled more than 100,000 dead fish off the French coast.
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