A dealer at York Hollywood Casino, Eric Sagnor, aged 42, has been accused of stealing over $7,000 in casino chips. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, Sagnor, from Paradise, was caught on surveillance video pocketing the chips while working as a senior table games dealer. The criminal complaint, filed on August 7, details how Sagnor failed to properly "clear his hands," a practice where dealers show both palms to indicate they are not hiding anything. Instead, Sagnor only showed one hand, while the other remained a balled fist, which he then put in his pocket after clearing the table.
The investigation began when a chip was found on April 28 in an area where they are not typically used, prompting a review of security footage. This review revealed additional alleged thefts over the past 30 days. Sagnor faces charges of theft, receiving stolen property, and using trickery or manipulation to win or reduce a loss.
After being arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Barry Bloss Jr., Sagnor was placed in York County Prison. He posted bail set at $5,000 and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on Friday (August 22).