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A gambler at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln near Sacramento won a six-figure jackpot on a $1 slot machine.
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The visitor won $115,880 on a $50 bet on a “Dragon Link Happy Prosperous” slot machine Friday night, the casino said in a news release.
“Everyone dreams about what they would do if they won a big jackpot, and it’s exciting when we get to see that dream become a reality for one of our guests,” said Dawn Clayton, CEO of Thunder Valley Casino Resort.
Thunder Valley has paid out more than 251,000 jackpots over the past year, averaging nearly 700 jackpots per day, or roughly one every two minutes.
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Thunder Valley Casino Resort, at 1200 Athens Ave. in Lincoln, has 3,500 slot machines and 89 table games. It is about 35 miles northeast of Sacramento.
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm. However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.
If you or a loved one shows signs of gambling addiction, you can seek help by calling the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or visiting the National Council on Problem Gambling website.
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