LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — An arrest report has revealed new details on the casino robbery that occurred at Caesars Palace on Monday just after midnight.
According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, 37-year-old James Booth approached the main casino cage, asked for money and threatened to shoot the worker if they did not comply.
The report states that Booth initially got away with $4,000 dollars, but was stopped by security and handed over to the police. Booth would later tell police that he doesn't remember the incident.
He has been booked in Clark County Detention Center on a charge of Robbery with a Deadly Weapon.
ORIGINAL REPORT: Man arrested for robbery with a deadly weapon at Caesars Palace
According to previous police reports, this is not the first time that a robbery of this nature has occurred at Caesars Palace. In 2019, a similar robbery occurred when a man entered the casino, demanded money from a cashier and escaped with an undisclosed amount of money.
Following the robbery, Caesars Palace released a statement where they reiterated that the safety and security of their guests and employees are their top priority. Additionally, they confirmed that they are cooperating with the police in their investigation and have added additional security measures to ensure the safety of everyone on the property.
LVMPD says crimes like these can be stopped by casino patrons and employees alike if they stay vigilant and report suspicious behavior when they see it.
This incident is still being investigated by LVMPD, who urges anyone with information on this incident to contact them immediately.
