His brother who lives cross country and doesn't talk to him that often has no real idea of whether the guy wins or loses overall. Like RS said people say one thing and the reality is completely another.
The reporting has changed when it is mentioned to say it was the girlfriend's ATM card that was found in the room, but the original report from I think the sheriff in one of those press conferences was that it was her MLife Platinum card. This made me remember that I totally forgot about my Mlife status and the cards reset on Sunday.
I will find it interesting to see what comes out about the gambling.
I've personally always been very nervous in very crowded situations. If I end up in Vegas over Christmas I make sure I am out of there before NYE. When I attend events I try to get seats on the aisle near emergency exits.
I am heartbroken for the people who were hurt and whose lives were lost and their grieving friends and relatives.