Crime & Safety
Police: Swissvale Man Left Toddler in Car While Gambling at Casino
The suspect is now banned from the Rivers Casino for life.
A two-year-old girl who was allegedly left in a car while her father played a slots machine at Rivers Casino is in good health.
Pittsburgh police arrested Forme Balebako, 35, of Swissvale, for endangering the welfare of a child.
Police said Balebako told police he went into the casino to use the bathroom before taking his daughter for a walk along the river walk, but decided to play a slots machine before going back to the vehicle.Â
The girl was left locked in the car for more than 20 minutes on Monday morning, according to police, but the garage was cool and the child did not appear to be in any danger.
The office of Children, Youth and Families has been notified.
The Rivers Casino has banned Balebako from the casino for life.
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