August 13, 2026

Feds investigate missing casino money in Oklahoma

CARNEGIE, Okla. -- A federal audit of a casino run by the Kiowa Tribe showed that half of its 1999 financial records were missing and more than $2 million in proceeds were unaccounted for.

On top of that are allegations from the manager of the Kiowa Grand Center that thousands of gaming profits -- meant partly for education programs and economic development -- were given to select tribal members for things such as car repairs and even a homecoming gown.

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