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Pennsylvania gambler fails to collect $57K jackpot due to self-exclusion

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The gambler won the life-changing amount while playing at Parx Casino in Bensalem, but he couldn’t collect his winnings since he was on Pennsylvania’s gambling self-exclusion list.

A gambler in Pennsylvania was fortunate enough to win a jackpot while visiting Parx Casino in Bensalem. However, the individual was rejected his prizes since he is on the state’s gambling self-exclusion list. 

Instead of a jackpot, the gambler received a trespassing citation

That is the situation of a 46-year-old man whose name has not been made public. According to a recent WHTM report, which cites information from the Pennsylvania State Police, the Philadelphia guy gambled at Parx Casino on Saturday.

On February 15, 2025, about 4 p.m., the man won a five-figure jackpot.

To be more specific, the 46-year-old man won the $57,000.07 jackpot. However, the fortunate gambler was unable to collect the large win because he was on the Pennsylvania gambling self-exclusion list. Instead, the Philadelphia guy was cited for trespassing. 

The Parx Casino in Bensalem is a premier gambling and entertainment destination. The resort provides a variety of cutting-edge gambling alternatives, including thoroughbred racing and live entertainment.

Visitors to Parx Casino can enjoy spectacular promos and a wide range of entertaining events. Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment owns Parx Casino, which was originally known as Philadelphia Park Racetrack and Casino.


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Self-excluded gamblers cannot recover money lost or claim jackpots

Pennsylvania, like other states, allows residents to self-exclude from gaming. People who join the state’s gambling self-exclusion list can avoid all forms of gambling, including land-based casinos, online gambling, fantasy contests, and video gaming terminals.

It is vital to know that self-excluded persons, such as the one who recently won a jackpot at Parx Casino in Bensalem, are unable to collect their winnings.

Such individuals are also prohibited from attempting to recover losses or accepting any services, gifts, or other incentives offered by a gambling company. 

“Individuals who enroll in self-exclusion are prohibited from collecting any winnings, recovering any losses or accepting complimentary gifts or services or any other thing of value from a licensee or operator,”

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board’s self-exclusion program 

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the gaming regulator, says the self-exclusion program was created to “help individuals affected by problem gambling distance themselves from the temptation of gambling.”

This voluntary restriction can help persons who are at-risk or have a problem with gambling stop gambling temporarily or permanently.

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Agatha Johnson
Agatha Johnson
Agatha Johnson is a U.S.-based journalist with a sharp wit and extensive experience in writing. With a strong focus on the gaming industry, she brings a fresh and engaging perspective to her work.

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