A federal judge has dismissed a $20 million racketeering lawsuit against seven casinos by a former New York City attorney who said they had a duty to stop her from gambling.

In a ruling issued Friday, U.S. District Court Judge Renee Bumb wrote that Arelia Margarita Taveras failed to support her claim that gambling is a hazardous endeavor worthy of special protections.

“Playing blackjack, roulette or the slots bears no likeness to dumping toxic waste,” the judge wrote. “She spent money on the bona fide chance that she might win more money. In short, she gambled.”

Casinos historically have been able to lure small performers all the while helping draw people into the casino to gamble. And that is how casinos make the big bucks.

Citrus Heights Police robbery detectives are seeking information leading to the identity of a man suspected of robbing the Phoenix Casino, Sacramento Crime Alert officials report.

At 11:39 p.m. Aug. 15, the suspect entered the Phoenix Casino, 5948 Auburn Blvd., armed with large caliber black handgun and wearing a black ski mask and took a large quantity of cash, authorities report. The suspect fled in a silver van, possibly a Ford Aerostar.

The suspect is described as black or Asian, 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 8 inches tall, with a medium build who was wearing dark pants, officials said. An unknown male seen in the casino just before the robbery is wanted for questioning in the case.

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