The concept of robbing a heavily fortified casino has been the subject of countless Hollywood blockbuster movies.

Casinos hold staggering amounts of physical cash on-site, making them an incredibly tempting target for organized criminals.

The Stardust Sportsbook Heist (1992)

One of the most famous and bizarre heists in Vegas history was committed by an ordinary, unassuming employee.

He did not use a weapon, a disguise, or an elaborate hacking scheme; he just casually strolled out with the money.

• Because he was a trusted employee, security did not check his bag as he exited the building
• Rumors persist that he fled to Mexico or was murdered by organized crime figures shortly after the theft
• The heist forced casinos nationwide to drastically overhaul their employee exit screening protocols

The Most Famous Card Counters in History

A group of brilliant students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology used advanced mathematics to drain millions from Vegas.

By pooling their money and acting as a corporate entity, they won an estimated ten million dollars before being fully banned.

Modern casino thieves have abandoned guns in favor of complex cyber-attacks and sophisticated digital hacking schemes.