Businessman loses nearly $500K, faces homelessness
Roger’s initial roulette win spiraled into a 14‑year addiction, costing him nearly $500K each year, ending his marriage and job—but recovery began after entering a shelter.
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Ex-Jaguars employee loses $20M–$21M in gambling fraud
Amit Patel stole over $22 M, lost nearly all in sports wagers, was sentenced to 6.5 years in prison and now attends Gamblers Anonymous.
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Liam Kent Gillions embezzled $141K over a year, confessed, attended Gamblers Anonymous, and received a suspended sentence.
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A 19‑year‑old was thrown out after refusing to give savings for his stepfather’s gambling; Reddit users praised the decision.
Read full storyRecovery journey: Rob’s six‑year addiction ended Nov 2022
Rob Minnick, addicted since age 18 through DFS, gambling for six years, quit on Nov 12, 2022 and now helps others avoid his mistakes.
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