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CASINO GAMBLING SCAMS

For your security

By Gayle Mitchell
Author, MORE CASINO GAMBLING MADE EASIER

The casinos themselves suffer through gambling scams against their patrons, much to the chagrin of casino management. Following is a short list to ensure your safety when casino gambling, especially when women are gambling alone.

First and foremost, wear a waist purse or fanny pack when gambling. Women, don’t bring your purses into the casino. Not only is your money safe, but your hands are free for games or machines.

When gambling alone, ask a security guard to escort you to your car when you leave. Take advantage of valet parking, especially in the larger gambling areas.

If possible, don’t take your winnings in cash. Ask for a cashier’s check to be issued by the casino.

Women especially should ask for a room close to the elevator and use the hotel safe for valuables.

Be wary of people who suddenly become your friend after a big win and check that you are not being followed around the casino or outside.

Beware of pickpockets. Watch for the “drop the coins in front of you” scam, where you are distracted and helpful while your bucket of money is being removed. The craps table rails make for easy snatches, as the players are very involved and distracted with this fast-paced game. Hold your money in your hands or pocket for safety.

Check to see if there is a pass-through beside the machine you are playing where another bank of machines is placed. Scam artists can reach through from the other side and grab your coin bucket. Nevada now has partitions to stop this crime.

Remember that although casinos don’t like the nightmare that a customers’ stolen money can bring, surveillance cameras are watching the casinos’ money, not yours!

Gayle Mitchell is an expert/author/lecturer of Casino Gambling. Her second book is MORE CASINO GAMBLING MADE EASIER. (More Winning Strategies, Casino Selections and Intelligent Gambling)

To order Gayle’s book, More Casino Gambling Made Easier, for $17.95, contact:

Casino Players Workshop and Seminars

4001 East Bell Road, #114-270
Phoenix, AZ 85032
For Visa/MasterCard orders:
1-888-208-7117
http://www.easycasinogambling.com

Edited by Kristie Philips

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