Publication Date: January 22, 2026, 08:30h.
Updated on: January 21, 2026, 09:37h.
- Whistleblower alerted the Department of Justice (DOJ) about possible irregularities involving a Wynn nightlife executive and alcohol companies
- The assistant U.S. attorney investigating the case was previously involved in the DOJ’s case against Wynn, leading to a $130 million forfeiture in 2024
- No charges have been lodged as of now
Federal authorities are currently investigating possible misconduct involving a nightlife executive at Wynn Las Vegas, alongside potential attempts to cover it up by Wynn Resorts executives.
A confidential source informed Casino.org that they have engaged with federal entities, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), regarding allegations surrounding Ryan Jones, the assistant vice president of daylife and nightlife at Wynn Las Vegas. He is accused of misappropriating millions from credit cards linked to liquor firms and distributors, suggesting a possible pay-for-play scheme.
The whistleblower noted that they’ve communicated with Carl Brooker IV, an assistant U.S. attorney in the Southern California district, and an agent from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). While the source didn’t provide the name of the DHS agent, they mentioned reaching out to the FBI but have not received a response.
As the DOJ’s investigation into Jones is still in its early phases, no civil or criminal charges have been filed against him or Wynn Resorts. Reports suggest that Jones is still employed by Wynn at this time.
Potential for Additional Investigations
The controversy surrounding Jones may also lead Wynn to face inquiries at the state level. The whistleblower indicated they have been in discussions with Mike Dreitzer, the chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), regarding this issue.
Casino.org directly approached Dreitzer, who relayed a voicemail to an NGCB staff member. The returned response declined to confirm or deny the existence of an inquiry into Jones’s alleged conduct or Wynn Las Vegas.
In addition, Wynn is undergoing an internal examination. According to Casino.org’s previous coverage of the alleged activities involving Jones, the company has engaged an external law firm to look into the matter, with outcomes expected to be presented to the casino operator’s board next month. This firm is identified as Greenberg Traurig.
Greenberg Traurig maintains an office in Las Vegas and has previously serviced clients in the gaming sector, including Golden Entertainment during its recent management-led buyout announcement and MGM Resorts International. As of this writing, no comment has been received from Greenberg Traurig regarding the situation.
Brooker’s Previous Connections with Wynn
Brooker, the U.S. attorney mentioned earlier, is already known to Wynn and its stakeholders. Together with Mark Pletcher, Brooker successfully prosecuted Wynn Las Vegas, culminating in a historic forfeiture of $130.13 million in 2024—the highest federal penalty issued to a single gaming establishment.
This case stemmed from a comprehensive investigation that revealed inadequate money transfer protocols at Wynn Las Vegas, along with breaches of the Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering statutes.
In addition, Wynn Las Vegas faced a $5.3 million penalty in May 2025 from the NGCB related to this case, and the company stated that it terminated employees implicated in the money transfer scheme while also tightening its operational controls.