A group of alleged casino scammers is being sought by U.S. authorities after reportedly netting over $1.5 million through a sophisticated baccarat cheating operation spanning at least six states. Arrest warrants have been issued in Indiana for six men suspected of orchestrating the scheme, which targeted no fewer than ten casinos nationwide.

The suspects — identified as Jianchu Liu, Fuxiang Liu, Qingyong Zhang, Honghui Wu, Daiqi Wang, and Yuhan Hu — are believed to have made significant gains, including over $700,000 from Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana alone.

Use of Tech and Dealer Manipulation

Investigators say the group relied on covert technology and targeted inexperienced dealers. At Mohegan Pennsylvania, surveillance footage reportedly captured one suspect using a smartphone to record card sequences during a shuffle. The phone was concealed under scorecards while the dealer unwittingly allowed key parts of the deck to be exposed.

Authorities believe the group manipulated dealers physically, adjusting their hand positions during cuts and shuffles to expose cards. Captured footage and earpiece communication allegedly allowed them to time high-value bets, sometimes reaching $20,000 in a single round.

Multi-State Investigation Underway

Beyond Indiana and Pennsylvania, the suspects are thought to have operated in casinos across New York, California, Illinois, and Mississippi. In one affidavit, Indiana police concluded that a targeted dealer at Hard Rock was unaware of the scheme and was chosen for his limited experience.

As of now, the six men remain at large, and their whereabouts are unknown. Law enforcement is considering the possibility that the suspects may have fled the U.S., which could complicate extradition efforts.

Source: https://gamblingindustrynews.com/news/casino/police-hunt-suspects-in-baccarat-cheating-ring-that-netted-1-5-million/