A former gaming executive for the Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians of California has been indicted for allegedly stealing more than $4 million from the tribe.
James William Riley, 46, was the chief financial officer of the Pechanga Resort & Casino. When he left the casino to work for the tribal government in a similar position, another executive encountered questionable financial transactions. Riley allegedly allowed insurance broker Ryan Jay Robinson, 39, to charge the tribe higher premiums. Riley allegedly pocketed a $100,000 kickback from Robinson. "We uncovered evidence of fraud and theft against the Pechanga Tribe and immediately launched a detailed internal investigation," Pechanga Chairman Mark Macarro said in a written statement. "Our investigation found millions of dollars were stolen. It is our understanding that no patrons, employees or business partners were affected by the inappropriate activities of these individuals." Get the Story: