Roundup of Casino Crime News: Woman Attacks Troopers and Employee


Published on: November 19, 2024, 08:27h.

Last updated on: November 19, 2024, 08:27h.

A female suspect was taken into custody on Saturday for assaulting two Pennsylvania state troopers, a casino employee, and a bystander at the Hollywood Casino at The Meadows, according to authorities.

Hollywood Casino at the Meadows
Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, shown above. The female suspect allegedly assaulted state troopers and others at the casino. (Image: Hollywood Casino)

Kaleigh McManus, aged 33 and from New Haven, Conn., was eventually caught and charged with aggravated assault, resisting arrest, simple assault, harassment, and disorderly conduct.

She was held at the Washington County jail, as reported by Pennsylvania TV station WHTM. Upon posting a $2K bond, she was released from custody. The case was then handed over to local prosecutors.

Authorities stated that the incident unfolded when McManus entered a restricted area at the Washington, Pa. gaming venue and, when approached by a casino staff member, allegedly struck the employee in the face.

A bystander witnessed the assault and intervened, only to be struck twice in the face by McManus.

Subsequently, McManus attempted to flee the casino through an emergency exit but was halted by security guards.

Two state troopers intervened to arrest her, but she lashed out at them, leading to her eventual arrest. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported.

Deadly Shooting at Montana Casino Venue

An individual was identified this week as the victim of a fatal shooting outside a bar and gaming establishment in Billings, Montana, on Thursday.

Marshall William Wilson, aged 46, underwent an autopsy by the Yellowstone County Coroner’s Office, which confirmed that he died from gunshot wounds.

Two other individuals at the casino were also injured by gunfire but are expected to recover, according to authorities, one male and one female.

The altercation began with an argument, leading Wilson to shoot a 38-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man in the parking lot, both sustaining injuries.

After the female attempted to shoot Wilson, a 25-year-old witness to the incident shot Wilson. The identity of this shooter remains undisclosed.

Wilson was pronounced dead at the scene, reported Montana TV station KTVQ.

Law enforcement was alerted to the shooting at 1:52 a.m. on Thursday, with no arrests made up to the weekend.

Billings Police Chief Rich St. John informed KTVQ that the 25-year-old individual who shot Wilson may face charges. Investigation into the shootings continued as of Tuesday.

Authorities confirmed that none of the individuals involved were acquainted prior to the altercation.

The bar and casino in question was identified as the Reno Club.



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