Video: Man Dies of Heart Attack Soon After Winning $4 Million in Singapore

Singapore: A video of a man collapsing shortly after winning a $4 million (Rs 33.87 crore) jackpot at Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands Casino is going viral across social media platforms. Although the exact date of the incident remains unclear, the brief footage shows bystanders gathering around the man, some visibly panicking.

A woman, who accompanied the man to the casino urgently sought help from staff and onlookers. As the video unfolds, a staff member is seen assisting the man.

The incident occurred at a casino operated by Las Vegas Sands, raising concerns amidst growing issues related to money laundering and gambling addiction.

A user shared the video on X, captioning it with the shocking news that a man died of a heart attack moments after winning $4 million at Marina Bay Sands Casino in Singapore. The user explained that the man succumbed to cardiac arrest almost immediately due to the shock and excitement of his jackpot win.

According to casino.org, the man was revived in the casino and taken to the hospital.

Posted on June 25, the video quickly amassed over 20,000 views and elicited various reactions. A user reacted by saying that if the man had lost $4 million and then died, it would be called a double tragedy, and questioned what to call this situation.

While authorities acknowledge the risks associated with significant cash transactions in casinos, a recent joint report from the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministry of Law, and the Monetary Authority of Singapore says that direct involvement in criminal activities is uncommon. However, experts stress the ongoing necessity for rigorous oversight and effective measures to combat both money laundering and gambling addiction.