North Las Vegas resident hits $252K jackpot at off-Strip casino

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North Las Vegas resident hits $252K jackpot at off-Strip casino
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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A lucky North Las Vegas resident had a “life-changing” visit to an off-Strip property on Wednesday.

According to a news release from Boyd Gaming, the guest, identified as Michael, won a jackpot worth more than $252,000 on Galaxy Gaming’s Emperor’s Challenge at Aliante Casino + Hotel.

According to Boyd Gaming, Emperor’s Challenge is played like traditional Pai Gow Poker with a progressive jackpot.

After placing a standard wager of $25 and a bonus bet of $5, the company says Michael drew a 7-card straight flush (2 through 8 of diamonds with a joker), hitting the progressive jackpot of $252,812.

According to Boyd Gaming, Michael said he plans to use his winnings to pay off his car and take a nice vacation for the first time in over 20 years.