Gambling Dad Arrested: Admits to Leaving Child in Car While Playing in Casino

Written by :

Jagajeet Chiba

Published on :

3 September, 2014

Delaware State Police arrested a Maryland man for leaving his 14-year-old daughter in a running car unattended while he gambled inside the Harrington Raceway and Casino.

The incident occurred over the weekend. 26-year-old Justin Middleton of Preston, Maryland was taken into custody. He is charged with reckless endangering and other charges.

Police said the child did not appear to be in any distress and was turned over to a relative.

- Jagajeet Chiba, Gambling911.com

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