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Boonville Today
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Police Search for Second Suspect in $1.3 Million Casino Robbery
One casino employee has already been arrested in connection with the heist at the Isle of Capri Casino in Boonville, Missouri.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:39pm
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A dramatic close-up of the stolen casino cash highlights the high-stakes nature of this brazen robbery.Boonville TodayAuthorities in Missouri are searching for a second suspect involved in a nearly $1.3 million casino robbery, for which one casino employee has already been arrested. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) said 20-year-old Hollis C. Vanleer Jr. is wanted on charges of first-degree robbery, armed criminal action and first-degree assault in connection with the March 25 robbery at Isle of Capri Casino.
Why it matters
Casino robberies are rare but high-profile crimes that can have significant financial and security implications for the gambling industry. This incident raises concerns about insider threats and the need for enhanced security measures at casinos to protect against such large-scale thefts.
The details
According to MSHP, two suspects dressed in black and wearing masks, hats and sunglasses entered the Isle of Capri Casino in Boonville on March 25. One suspect was armed with a rifle, and the other with a shotgun. They went directly to the casino's bank area and stole approximately $1,276,000. As they tried to flee, a patron tackled the suspect with the rifle, leading to a fight. The second suspect then struck the patron numerous times before both suspects fled the scene.
- The robbery occurred around 2:13 p.m. on March 25, 2026.
- Casino employee Benjamin Michael-Dass Charles, 21, was arrested around 7 p.m. on March 26, 2026 while on duty at the casino.
The players
Hollis C. Vanleer Jr.
A 20-year-old man from Normal, Illinois who is wanted on charges of first-degree robbery, armed criminal action and first-degree assault in connection with the casino robbery.
Benjamin Michael-Dass Charles
A 21-year-old casino employee from Columbia, Missouri who was arrested and charged with first-degree robbery, first-degree assault, armed criminal action, and tampering with physical evidence in a felony prosecution.
Isle of Capri Casino
The casino located in Boonville, Missouri that was the target of the $1.3 million robbery.
What’s next
The judge will decide on Vanleer's bail and whether he will be allowed to be released while the investigation continues. Authorities are also still searching for Vanleer and urging the public to come forward with any information about his location.
The takeaway
This brazen casino robbery highlights the need for heightened security measures and vigilance against insider threats in the gambling industry. The large sum stolen and the use of firearms make this a particularly serious incident that will likely prompt reviews of casino safety protocols.
