Couple from Kazakhstan allegedly used hidden camera and earpieces to win $1.18m from Sydney’s Crown casino

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Guardian staffNovember 30, 2025 at 01:03 AM

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A married couple from Kazakhstan was arrested at Sydney's Crown casino and charged with dishonestly obtaining financial advantage. The couple, a 36-year-old woman and her 44-year-old husband, allegedly used a hidden camera, reportedly disguised as a Mickey Mouse T-shirt, and "deep-seated earpieces" to communicate with each other while playing games. They won over $1.18 million from the casino using this method. The arrest occurred at Barangaroo casino on Sunday. The couple's actions are believed to have been intended to gain an unfair advantage in their gaming activities.

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Barangaroo 60% Sydney’s Crown casino ×270% Kazakhstan 80%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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85%

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Kazakhstan

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