According to a press release by the Nevada Gaming Control Board, the winner of the Las Vegas slot machine jackpot didn’t know he had won more than $229,000 because of a “communications error” at the machine.
Robert Taylor of Arizona won the jackpot at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada on January 8. The release says that the malfunction “affected Mr. Taylor’s ability to see that a progressive jackpot had already been won” and prevented the casino staff from correcting it.
According to the release, once the jackpot was confirmed but not dispensed, the gaming board conducted a thorough search to find the winner.
James Taylor, chief of enforcement division of the board, stated that “The Nevada Gaming Control Board has the responsibility of strict regulation of the gambling industry, protecting the gaming public and ensuring that the state benefits from the industry.” I commend Agent Dan Nuqui and the Enforcement Division for their tireless efforts over the past two weeks to ensure patrons receive the winnings due to them.
According to the release, Taylor was found after an extensive investigation that included reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, reviewing electronic records and analysing rideshare information.
After reviewing all of this information, Taylor’s identity was established and he received notification on January 28th about his winnings.
Taylor was due to collect his winnings this weekend
