Mohegan Sun Casino Dealer Accused of Rigging Games for Gamblers

Article by : Erik Gibbs Jan 11, 2024

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In Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun casino, a baccarat dealer named Yu Wen Fu is under scrutiny for alleged game manipulation, resulting in losses of approximately $124,000 for the establishment.

The suspicion arose on April 21 when a vigilant pit manager raised concerns about Fu’s card-handling practices, prompting an investigation by the casino’s surveillance team.

Upon closer examination, it was revealed that the 64-year-old dealer was manipulating the card setup whenever a specific player approached his table, engaging in the deceptive practice of “setting up the deck”, according to police reports.

In standard baccarat protocol, dealers are expected to “wash” the cards on the table before shuffling and dealing.

“Washing” involves randomly moving the face-down cards around on the table, ensuring their unpredictability before being shuffled and returned to the card shoe for dealing.

Instead of “washing” before each new round, Fu was frequently observed inspecting and arranging cards. He did so in a specific order on the deck’s top.

These actions were believed to be coordinated signals to a player named Haoen Jiang, unraveling a potentially illicit collaboration.

Upon uncovering the suspected scam, the casino promptly notified tribal police, triggering an investigation into the activities of the two individuals involved.

Authorities meticulously sifted through a month’s worth of game footage featuring the dealer, Yu Wen Fu, and the player, Haoen Jiang.

Instances were discovered where Jiang accumulated winnings of up to $29,835 in a single session, culminating in a total of $124,260.

Despite the substantial findings, the player, Jiang, is currently exempt from any charges. Curiously, he professes ignorance regarding his alleged collaborator, Fu, even though Fu’s contact number is stored in Jiang’s phone.

Fu, the accused dealer, vehemently denies any knowledge of the player and refutes any involvement in cheating practices. He still contends that cards occasionally turn face up unintentionally during the card-washing process, emphasizing that he never deliberately manipulates the card arrangement.

Subject to an ongoing investigation, Fu faced suspension from his casino duties. Subsequently, on November 15, authorities apprehended Fu, slapping him with charges that included two counts of first-degree larceny, four counts of second-degree larceny and one count of third-degree larceny.

Despite being released on a $25,000 bond, Fu found himself in the courtroom on Monday, facing arraignment in New London’s Part A court, specializing in serious criminal cases.