Former employee accused of stealing over $1K from Pittsburgh’s Rivers Casino
Updated: 3:54 PM EDT Mar 30, 2026
A former Rivers Casino employee is facing charges after officials say she stole more than $1,000 from the establishment while working as a host at one of its restaurants. According to a public information report from Pennsylvania State Police, Rivers Casino Security notified officials on March 20, regarding an employee theft incident. Security reported that a finance audit identified a $1,931.95 shortage from Jan. 16, 2026, through March 14, 2026. The audit, according to the release, regarded a host/cashier at one of the casino’s restaurants. Over the nearly two-month time period, officials said the cash register drawer was “short on thirteen occasions.” Pennsylvania State Police have since charged 18-year-old Jacqueline Lu with theft by unlawful taking.Download the WTAE app to stay connected with breaking news. Sign up for our email newsletters to get breaking news in your inbox.
PITTSBURGH —
A former Rivers Casino employee is facing charges after officials say she stole more than $1,000 from the establishment while working as a host at one of its restaurants.
According to a public information report from Pennsylvania State Police, Rivers Casino Security notified officials on March 20, regarding an employee theft incident.
Security reported that a finance audit identified a $1,931.95 shortage from Jan. 16, 2026, through March 14, 2026. The audit, according to the release, regarded a host/cashier at one of the casino’s restaurants.
Over the nearly two-month time period, officials said the cash register drawer was “short on thirteen occasions.”
Pennsylvania State Police have since charged 18-year-old Jacqueline Lu with theft by unlawful taking.
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