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Argentine Sports Reporter Quique Felman Freed on $130,000 Bond in U.S. Casino Probe

Nevada court records cite felony theft plus check‑fraud counts as investigators review a reported near‑$1 million transfer.

Overview

  • Felman was detained upon arrival in Miami on February 2 on a Nevada fugitive warrant, spent about 10–12 days in custody, and has been released after posting a $130,000 bond with plans to return to Argentina.
  • Official filings accessed by outlets show two Nevada felony counts: theft of $100,000 or more and passing a check with intent to defraud of $1,200 or more.
  • Court dockets list an extradition-related hearing for February 17, with Florida proceedings tied to the Nevada case still active despite his release.
  • Media reports describe an alleged scheme at Resorts World Las Vegas in which promoters and intermediaries recruited athletes for paid casino appearances under strict play conditions using house-provided chips.
  • Coverage also highlights a transfer near $1,000,000 linked to an account associated with Felman that remains under scrutiny, while he publicly asserts innocence and says he cooperated with authorities as other figures are reportedly being examined.