State officials are warning about a rise in fraudulent online gambling websites claiming to be affiliated with South Dakota casinos.
A statement from the Department of Revenue said these websites use misleading ads, fake apps and cloned websites to trick consumers. That includes imitating the branding and logos of well-known Deadwood and tribal casinos.
Any sort of online casino gaming is not allowed under South Dakota law.
South Dakota Commission on Gaming Executive Secretary Mark Heltzel said sharing personal or financial information with these scam websites can result in loss of money from fake games and identity theft.
Officials said anyone who encounters or suspects fake casino sites can report it to the state gaming commission at [email protected] or call (605) 578-3074. Reports can also be made to the attorney general office’s Consumer Protection Division.