Indiana: Three men arrested over ‘jackpot switch’ scheme at Evansville casino, authorities say

Monday, June 17, 2024 3:46 PM
  • Adam Kight, WEVV

Three men were arrested after switching places to claim jackpot prizes at Bally’s Casino in Evansville, according to authorities.

According to an affidavit, Shinvar Abdullatif, Ali Mohamad, and Delavan Mohammed were all arrested in the incident, referred to as a “jackpot switch.”

Authorities with the Indiana Gaming Commission say they investigated a report of a jackpot switch at the casino back in April.

IGC Agents say they discovered that Shinvar Abdullatif had hit a jackpot on a machine, but that Mohammed had taken his place and attempted to claim the prize.