The IGB oversees all licensed casino gambling, video gaming, and sports wagering in Illinois.

Ateyat is presumed innocent until proven guilty. He highlighted their role in maintaining the security and integrity of Illinois gaming establishments.Īteyat's next court appearance is scheduled for November 30 at the Circuit Court of Cook County's Second Municipal District-Skokie. Fruchter, thanked the Gaming Agents, Illinois State Police, Chicago Ridge Police, and Rivers Casino staff for their cooperation. The IGB commended the agents and local law enforcement for their prompt and thorough work in arresting Ateyat and recovering the stolen items. They reportedly found the handgun, the mask, and the stolen chips at his residence.

Gaming Board Agents located Ateyat at his Chicago Ridge home. On November 1, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office charged him with three counts of armed robbery. He was wearing a black mask and reportedly had a handgun. Ateyat allegedly stole over $14,000 in casino chips on October 31. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) announced the arrest of 23-year-old Ismail Ahmed Ateyat for an alleged armed robbery at Rivers Casino in Des Plaines.

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