A statement from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission on the announcement of federal and state indictments pertaining to FBT Everett Realty LLC
- October 02, 2014
- by MGC Communications
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The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has been very clear that protecting the integrity of the state’s expanded gaming industry must be its first priority. Appropriate collaboration between the Commission as a regulatory body and local, state and federal law enforcement agencies is an integral part of accomplishing that mission. As it has done throughout this process, when there are concerns about potential criminal conduct, The Investigations and Enforcement Bureau (IEB) delivers investigatory materials to the relevant law enforcement authorities for action deemed appropriate and today’s state indictments resulted. These federal and state indictments send a loud message that the Massachusetts Gaming Commission will take every measure necessary to preserve the integrity of the gaming industry while also remaining focused on maximizing the benefits of job creation and increased revenue to the Commonwealth.
As with every gaming applicant, the IEB conducted a thorough and comprehensive investigation into the suitability of Wynn MA LLC. The IEB recently updated the Commission on the continuing suitability of Wynn MA LLC and all those who would be involved in their operations. That report reaffirmed that Wynn MA LLC is suitable in all respects and that the sellers of the land would have no involvement with operations.
We would like to acknowledge the efforts of the IEB and State Police investigators for their execution of exhaustive and in-depth investigations aimed at ensuring the ethical implementation of expanded gaming. We would also like to thank the Offices of the US Attorney and Attorney General for their efforts in this matter.
Elaine Driscoll, Director of Communications for the Massachusetts Gaming Commission