Published on: August 21, 2025, 09:22h.
Updated on: August 21, 2025, 09:23h.
- Hollywood Casino York’s dealer faces theft allegations
- Gaming chips reportedly stolen by the dealer, according to Pennsylvania police
- The dealer was previously arrested for DUI
A casino dealer in Pennsylvania appears to have reached a critical low point.
Authorities in York, PA, where Penn Entertainment manages Hollywood Casino York, claim that a table game dealer misappropriated funds from his workplace. Eric Sagnor, 42, from Paradise, was arrested on August 8, charged with third-degree felony theft, along with misdemeanor charges of receiving stolen property and fraudulent intent.
The gaming establishment’s security became aware of Sagnor’s alleged misconduct through reports from fellow employees who suspected theft.
According to the police report, colleagues discovered a gaming chip in a break room, an area typically off-limits for such items. When confronted by security personnel, Sagnor was seen hiding one hand before attempting to show he was clean, a common dealer practice.
Reviewing the casino’s security footage over the previous month allegedly revealed Sagnor pocketing approximately $7,875 in gaming chips.
The Downfall of the Dealer
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) enforces strict qualifications for obtaining a casino dealer license. Potential candidates must be at least 18, complete dealer training, hold certificates for the games they intend to deal, and pass a background check. A felony conviction within the last 15 years disqualifies candidates.
An individual’s character and integrity are also evaluated. Unfortunately, Sagnor’s reputation has deteriorated significantly in recent months.
Court records reveal that Sagnor faced DUI charges this summer, which also included careless driving. In 2022, he was convicted for causing damage to an unattended vehicle and failed to report the incident promptly. Additionally, in 2019, he pleaded guilty to harassment.
Sagnor’s situation worsened when he could not post the $5,000 bail after his August 8 arrest. He subsequently enlisted a professional bondsman to secure his release from jail.
A preliminary hearing for Sagnor is scheduled for tomorrow, August 22.
Potential Consequences
The likelihood of Sagnor continuing as a casino dealer seems slim. Additionally, his personal freedom is at stake.
Under Pennsylvania law, a conviction for a third-degree theft felony could result in a maximum prison sentence of up to seven years and a fine reaching $15,000. However, given that Sagnor’s alleged theft falls on the lower end of the scale, he might receive a considerably reduced sentence.
“The Offense Gravity Score and the Prior Record Score are numerical metrics used to assist judges in determining appropriate sentencing ranges. The OGS reflects the crime’s severity, while the PRS indicates the individual’s past criminal history,” noted Fienman Defense, a law firm based in Philadelphia.