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Iowa man hits $250K jackpot at Strip casino

Iowa man hits $250K jackpot at Strip casino
Chad Leyden (courtesy of Harrah's Las Vegas)
Chad Leyden (courtesy of Harrah's Las Vegas)
Chad Leyden (courtesy of Harrah's Las Vegas)
Chad Leyden (courtesy of Harrah's Las Vegas)
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A Caesars Rewards member, Chad Leyden, hit a jackpot of $253,746 on Tuesday.

The Washington, Iowa, native was playing Pai Gow at Harrah’s Las Vegas when he hit the jackpot with five aces in his lucky hands, according to a company statement. His next move you might ask? Chad plans to spend his winnings with his wife.

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