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Man accused of armed robbery attempt at Shelton casino arrested

Aug 12, 2025, 4:10 PM | Updated: 4:26 pm

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A Mason County Sheriff's Office vehicle. (Photo courtesy of the Mason County Sheriff's Office)

(Photo courtesy of the Mason County Sheriff's Office)

The suspect who attempted an armed robbery of the Little Creek Casino in Shelton was arrested Monday, the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) confirmed.

In addition to the Little Creek Casino attempted robbery, MCSO claimed the man was involved in various other casino robberies and the theft of emergency equipment from a Centralia Fire Department vehicle.

Shelton casino robbery suspect arrested

A joint investigation between various local law enforcement agencies confirmed the suspect was arrested in Kent Monday evening.

The man reportedly entered the casino at approximately 11:30 a.m. Saturday, brandishing a handgun and demanding cash.

Casino employees told the man there was no cash at the till, prompting the man to flee the scene on foot.

Investigators stated he was seen running toward U.S. 101, then onto an overpass above the highway. Deputies, alongside a K-9 unit, couldn’t find him.

However, Little Creek Casino’s cameras got a clear view of the suspect.

This story was originally published on August 10, 2025. It has been updated and republished since then.

Contributing: Tom Brock, KIRO Newsradio

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