MGM says it's now out of their hands, citing Maryland law.Ī spokesman told FOX 5 that it's up to Obie to follow up with the Gaming Control Agency. I'm like this can't be right,' she said.īy the time they realized the Social Security number error, it was too late. 'I'm like no all of my daughters are grown I've never paid child support.
The person whose number they plugged into the database apparently owed the state of Maryland a lot of child support, and Obie's winnings were immediately confiscated. She's been to a number of casinos and she's always hoping but never expecting a big win.įollowing regulations, before handing her the cash, MGM staff took her ID and personal information.īut they misread her Social Security number by one digit. Obie didn't want to disclose the exact amount - but it happened this past Friday during a night out at the casino with a friend.
Right after the holidays, several thousand dollars would come in handy.
