Now here is an interesting case of false advertising. Barona Casino in Lakeside, California claimed to have a duffel bag filled with $250,000 as part of a promotion. Four men were so enthralled by the promotion of a giveaway that they entered the casino, shot open the display with an AK-47, and wrapped a chain around the display and yanked it out. They ultimately found, however, that it was less of a giveaway than a bait-and-switch. The bag did not contain $250,000 as advertised by a mere $2,000.
Some 22 AK-47 shell casings were found at the scene and a sports utility vehicle was left abandoned nearby.
It is getting to the point that a hard working thief cannot trust anyone.
Source: 10 News as first seen on Reddit.
And this is exactly WHY the bag only held $2000. Glad no one got shot.
If someone had gotten hurt by these criminals , , , would the casino be liable? What theory?
Lee, if someone is shot is a bank hold up is the bank liable? I can’t imagine a suit would be successful but everyone is free to try.
Frankly –
Pretty much agree, but banks take security precautions to reduce the risk. Did the casino create a dangerous situation? Did it take appropriate security measures?
Do the thieves have a claim for false advertising?
Well….what more can be said…stupid….I guess its safer to rob a bank….That’s where they keep the money…
Since it is CA, they will probably sue the casino for false advertizing when and if they are caught. They will probably win too.