[SeahawkSanders]

I requested a $3k BTC payout yesterday. They called me to verify my phone and account info, nothing yet (about 30 hours ago). Hope all is well with Tony, I'm sure the book is going to be fine.

[convick]

Ridiculous.... Let us turn it around for a second. Why would anyone visit the US. There are mass shootings at schools, night clubs, concerts, outdoor festivals, terrorists blowing up buildings, all the time. Not sure I have ever read of an entire school being shot up in Costa Rica. The US has a much higher rate of gun violence then Costa Rica. What may shock you the most is the US has a higher Kidnapping rate then Costa Rica as well. I am a US citizen and love my country but, facts are facts and, it infuriates me when people make dumb ass statements like JJgold made. Its shows such ignorance.

There’s crime everywhere. Not going to say there’s more kidnappings in the US because I don’t have the numbers.

I was just reading about a young girl that was abducted from her home in Wisconsin. Her parents were killed and someone took her. You just never know.

[Kermit]

Ridiculous.... Let us turn it around for a second. Why would anyone visit the US. There are mass shootings at schools, night clubs, concerts, outdoor festivals, terrorists blowing up buildings, all the time. Not sure I have ever read of an entire school being shot up in Costa Rica. The US has a much higher rate of gun violence then Costa Rica. What may shock you the most is the US has a higher Kidnapping rate then Costa Rica as well. I am a US citizen and love my country but, facts are facts and, it infuriates me when people make dumb ass statements like JJgold made. Its shows such ignorance.

Speaking of facts, did you know that on average, 95% of the homicides in Mexico go unsolved? Granted the US has a lot of crime and murder, but at least there are investigations when these things happen unlike in 3rd world countries where they just don't give a shit. Costa Rica had it's highest murder rate in history last year which is 2x that of the US.

We are also talking about a very small country of 4 million people compared to one that has 330 million.

[EMP19E]

Speaking of facts, did you know that on average, 95% of the homicides in Mexico go unsolved? Granted the US has a lot of crime and murder, but at least there are investigations when these things happen unlike in 3rd world countries where they just don't give a shit. Costa Rica had it's highest murder rate in history last year which is 2x that of the US.

We are also talking about a very small country of 4 million people compared to one that has 330 million.

Or did you know the US ranks like 3-4 spots ahead of CR in the rankings of safest countries in the world

[cankid]

There’s crime everywhere. Not going to say there’s more kidnappings in the US because I don’t have the numbers.

I was just reading about a young girl that was abducted from her home in Wisconsin. Her parents were killed and someone took her. You just never know.

That's terrible WTF, feel there's more desperation in society in general now compared to 20-25 yrs ago

[spro23]

without Chicago, Baltimore, and st louis, we would have some of the lowest gun violence rates in the world so stfu. its disingenuous when people compare places like japan, finland or Austria to our.... "diverse" population.

[packerd_00]

Speaking of facts, did you know that on average, 95% of the homicides in Mexico go unsolved? Granted the US has a lot of crime and murder, but at least there are investigations when these things happen unlike in 3rd world countries where they just don't give a shit. Costa Rica had it's highest murder rate in history last year which is 2x that of the US.

We are also talking about a very small country of 4 million people compared to one that has 330 million.

If im choosing a place to visit between the States and Mexico,its going to be the States 100 times over.

[BigDofBA]

Or did you know the US ranks like 3-4 spots ahead of CR in the rankings of safest countries in the world

K.

Move to Costa Rica or some third world country then.

[BigDofBA]

Where did you read this?

https://calvinayre.com/2018/10/17/bu...ted-kidnapped/

It says his wife transferred $750k to the kidnappers, heard nothing back, then contacted authorities.

Not sure if this article is credible. Just passing info along.

[eidolon]

kidnapped himself.
trying to get out of dodge so he can start investing in a USA betting legit market.

[tmb543]

kidnapped himself.
trying to get out of dodge so he can start investing in a USA betting legit market.

Makes a lot of sense. Probably got hired to run a legal state side book.

[shocka1212]

From coinbase to your bank in under 24 hrs is a record

2 days for me....

[shocka1212]

you guys think it has something to do with tha Rockhold MMA fight grading from last year? a lot of angry custy's if I'm not mistaken.

[BigDofBA]

kidnapped himself.
trying to get out of dodge so he can start investing in a USA betting legit market.

Cool conspiracy theory but pretty unlikely.

At this point, that would be best case scenario.

[jjgold]

Praying for Tony's safety
Legend

[shari91]

To be fair, I didn't believe this thread originally. Afterall, there was no SBR verification of the kidnapping at the time and 5D was denying it ever took place (see post #47). So what you and other Mods deemed disrespectful could just be posters sarcastically responding to a perceived hoax thread. Surely no one, myself included, wants any harm to come to 5D Tony.

I totally understand that and I appreciate you explaining your point of view which is completely valid. But from our side we've seen a select group of posters continue to post things that we're just not going to allow in any discussion about Tony at this point and that was even after both 5Dimes statement and SBR's. Even worse, some people seem to get their rocks off by posting repeatedly in several threads the same thing in multiple posts and that's going to get people turfed from here. I was just trying to give a heads up because several have already been put on either temporary or permanent bans because they've been warned and still want to attempt to get that 2 seconds of e-glory if anyone even sees it before the post is deleted. Pro or non Pro, doesn't matter how long someone has been here or what their interactions may have been with Tony... just thought I'd give the heads up before guys keep crying they got banned because they ignored my first warning in here

[jjgold]

Hopefully this story has a good ending

It would be great if Tony is reading every post in the thread right now

SBR monitoring situation closely

[shari91]

Oh and before I forget, for those forecasting doom and gloom for 5Dimes... keep in mind this horrific event happened three friggin weeks ago and not one of you trashcans who are now suggesting people bail on this sportsbook ever reported a no or even slowpay during that time. None of us had a clue what had happened and everything was business as usual. Think about that you brainiacs who figure you can predict the date of death of a sportsbook. You claim to be so in the know in the apparent demise of the offshore industry yet you had no idea this had even happened for f sake. But yeah ok, keep telling people to bail and put their money elsewhere. Don't be surprised if Mensa doesn't call you this decade

[kingdom]

I totally understand that and I appreciate you explaining your point of view which is completely valid. But from our side we've seen a select group of posters continue to post things that we're just not going to allow in any discussion about Tony at this point and that was even after both 5Dimes statement and SBR's. Even worse, some people seem to get their rocks off by posting repeatedly in several threads the same thing in multiple posts and that's going to get people turfed from here. I was just trying to give a heads up because several have already been put on either temporary or permanent bans because they've been warned and still want to attempt to get that 2 seconds of e-glory if anyone even sees it before the post is deleted. Pro or non Pro, doesn't matter how long someone has been here or what their interactions may have been with Tony... just thought I'd give the heads up before guys keep crying they got banned because they ignored my first warning in here

odd to put a thread in PT and dare others to have an opinion you may be sensitive to. why not just pull the thread and give updates if needed instead of mildly bullying people? you do fair work, but if it is such a heightened sensitivity on your side, just post info as needed.

[TheGoldenGoose]

Yes, Tony was ALWAYS so friendly and helpful.

He NEVER ONCE disrespected ANYBODY.

And NEVER stole any money from ANY CLIENTS.

Let us ALL PRAY.

[HedgeHog]

I totally understand that and I appreciate you explaining your point of view which is completely valid. But from our side we've seen a select group of posters continue to post things that we're just not going to allow in any discussion about Tony at this point and that was even after both 5Dimes statement and SBR's. Even worse, some people seem to get their rocks off by posting repeatedly in several threads the same thing in multiple posts and that's going to get people turfed from here. I was just trying to give a heads up because several have already been put on either temporary or permanent bans because they've been warned and still want to attempt to get that 2 seconds of e-glory if anyone even sees it before the post is deleted. Pro or non Pro, doesn't matter how long someone has been here or what their interactions may have been with Tony... just thought I'd give the heads up before guys keep crying they got banned because they ignored my first warning in here

I completely understand, especially after SBR verified the story as actually credible. However, early on in the thread, prior to any corroboration whatsoever, I posted something to the effect that I hoped the alleged kidnappers were "bitcoin exclusive". This seemingly innocent jest in a perceived hoax thread earned me a 1-day ban from quick-draw Drew, without any opportunity to explain. Now I could care less about the 24 hour timeout I was given, but I did want the chance to state my side. I have a great relationship with 5D that goes back about two decades, and would never wish harm on Tony--or anyone else facing a life or death situation. I also pray for his safe return.

[shari91]

odd to put a thread in PT and dare others to have an opinion you may be sensitive to. why not just pull the thread and give updates if needed instead of mildly bullying people? you do fair work, but if it is such a heightened sensitivity on your side, just post info as needed.

A staff member didn't put this thread in PT as no one who works here posts under the name "booski". It was created here and has remained. Do you think an SBR staff member would stick this here?! The point is to be respectful. That's it. And if you or anyone else can't then there are plenty of other places I'm sure that those feelings can be expressed freely... no clue where or what but whatever. The point is that we've repeatedly made it clear over the past 24+ hours what is deemed acceptable on this one specific topic involving a person's life and if someone can't respect or abide by that, simply go elsewhere for a bit! Not hard to do

[jjgold]

Hedger I will get that ban off your record

We need good news sooner than later

[HeeeHAWWWW]

without Chicago, Baltimore, and st louis, we would have some of the lowest gun violence rates in the world so stfu. its disingenuous when people compare places like japan, finland or Austria to our.... "diverse" population.

Nope. States with middling gun murder rates are New Jersey, Wisconsin, New Mexico, Ohio, at just under 3 per 100k population:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_vi...tates_by_state


That's still 5x higher than Canada, 20x higher than Europe, and about 50x higher than the UK, which has very few private firearms.

[phillyhata1]

Yes, Tony was ALWAYS so friendly and helpful.

He NEVER ONCE disrespected ANYBODY.

And NEVER stole any money from ANY CLIENTS.

Let us ALL PRAY.

I agree Tony always had the best communication with his clients and never wanted to upset them. He was always fair and treated them with the utmost respect.

[jjgold]

What’s the terrain like in Costa Rica is it hard to find people?

[reigle9]

What’s the terrain like in Costa Rica is it hard to find people?

lot of huts to blend into

[TheGoldenGoose]

I agree Tony always had the best communication with his clients and never wanted to upset them. He was always fair and treated them with the utmost respect.

[Hey Palz]

Oh and before I forget, for those forecasting doom and gloom for 5Dimes... keep in mind this horrific event happened three friggin weeks ago and not one of you trashcans who are now suggesting people bail on this sportsbook ever reported a no or even slowpay during that time. None of us had a clue what had happened and everything was business as usual. Think about that you brainiacs who figure you can predict the date of death of a sportsbook. You claim to be so in the know in the apparent demise of the offshore industry yet you had no idea this had even happened for f sake. But yeah ok, keep telling people to bail and put their money elsewhere. Don't be surprised if Mensa doesn't call you this decade

Weren’t you all saying the exact same thing about BetIslands? Everything is fine....no worries.....

[patswin]

Oh and before I forget, for those forecasting doom and gloom for 5Dimes... keep in mind this horrific event happened three friggin weeks ago and not one of you trashcans who are now suggesting people bail on this sportsbook ever reported a no or even slowpay during that time. None of us had a clue what had happened and everything was business as usual. Think about that you brainiacs who figure you can predict the date of death of a sportsbook. You claim to be so in the know in the apparent demise of the offshore industry yet you had no idea this had even happened for f sake. But yeah ok, keep telling people to bail and put their money elsewhere. Don't be surprised if Mensa doesn't call you this decade

well said Shari

[jjgold]

Betisland is not five dimes you dummies

Wow 😯

[Hey Palz]

Dude they are all 3rd world sports books so they are the same just 5dimes is bigger. Besides SBR has a financial relationship with 5 dimes and let’s be honest if 5dimes ever went belly up that would be the end of SBR pal. Just trying to have an open conversation here pal. Where did that 750k come from? Family’s personal account or player funds? To each their own but I wouldn’t take any chances with a book dealing with issues like that. Just my 2 cents

[5mike5]

Payouts sure are running smooth fastest btc payout I've ever got from them

[kingdom]

A staff member didn't put this thread in PT as no one who works here posts under the name "booski". It was created here and has remained. Do you think an SBR staff member would stick this here?! The point is to be respectful. That's it. And if you or anyone else can't then there are plenty of other places I'm sure that those feelings can be expressed freely... no clue where or what but whatever. The point is that we've repeatedly made it clear over the past 24+ hours what is deemed acceptable on this one specific topic involving a person's life and if someone can't respect or abide by that, simply go elsewhere for a bit! Not hard to do

i didn't see this thread in pt. it was in sportsbooks and the industry. so presumably yes i assumed someone did. threads do get moved you know. and i don't have shit negative to say about him or the situation, just stating a point.

[SBR Genie]

i didn't see this thread in pt. it was in sportsbooks and the industry. so presumably yes i assumed someone did. threads do get moved you know. and i don't have shit negative to say about him or the situation, just stating a point.

Both thread exist in PT and Sportsbook and Industry.