On July 8, 2025, the newly launched Terre Haute Casino Resort in Indiana issued a consumer safety warning about fake promotional ads circulating across social media and gaming forums. These scams promise exclusive VIP experiences, free chips, and discounted bookings, but are not affiliated with the resort in any way.
The resort’s management confirmed that multiple fraudulent websites and ads using their brand identity have been flagged in recent days. In response, officials are urging visitors to only trust the casino’s verified website and social media handles.
“We’ve seen a rise in impersonation ads that look professional but are designed to trick guests into entering personal or payment details,” said Casino Marketing Director Jenna Martinez. “It’s momentous for us to create a safe space for entertainment, and that includes protecting our guests online.”
Real Cast Behind the Brand: Terre Haute Casino Resort’s Public Response
The Terre Haute Casino Resort scam alert comes as the facility ramps up its grand opening festivities, featuring live music, celebrity poker nights, and high-end dining. With stars like Mike Epps and Nikki Glaser booked for opening week performances, the resort is gaining attention statewide—and attracting unwanted imitators.
First look inside the new Terre Haute Casino Resort for @IIB pic.twitter.com/1Xu8LRtoDB
— Cate Charron (@catecharron) April 3, 2024
Public Relations Manager Lamar Jennings added, “Our official launch has been covered widely, so it’s no surprise scammers are trying to piggyback on our visibility. What’s important is that guests know we’d never ask for banking info through third-party ads.”
The resort team is now working with law enforcement and tech partners to track down the origins of the scam ads and strengthen ad channel verification moving forward.
Plotting the Scheme: How the Scam Works and What Users Should Know
These fake promotions often appear on gaming-related Facebook pages, YouTube pre-rolls, and sponsored links in search engines. Clicking through redirects users to phishing sites mimicking the official Terre Haute Casino Resort brand identity.
In most cases, users are prompted to enter credit card information to “claim” their reward. Some have even reported receiving follow-up calls from fraudsters pretending to be from customer service.
Experts warn that these scams can lead to identity theft, fraudulent charges, and long-term data exposure. The Federal Trade Commission recommends reporting suspicious ads directly to the hosting platform and warns against clicking on links from unknown sources.
