The resort, which includes a 400-room hotel, golf course and spa, is operated by the Barona Band of Mission Indians, which is recognized by the federal government as a sovereign Indian nation. The general manager said he hugged several commission employees. "He was a professional, he did his job, and from my understanding he did it well," Salinas said. Roberts was one of several regulators working for the commission, he said. Salinas said he didn't know why Roberts was fired from the commission, which functions as the tribe's regulator of its casino. The casino's general manager, Rick Salinas, said the casino remained open but the gaming commission offices, where about 25 people work, were evacuated. FBI agents also arrived.īy early afternoon authorities had yet to establish contact with him, Caldwell said. Sheriff's deputies, California Highway Patrol officers and tribal police surrounded the building where Roberts was believed holed up. Julie Sutton said Roberts reportedly took several people hostage when he arrived at the office, but he quickly let them go.Ībout 15 people left the building, Caldwell said. Roberts walked in and ordered three secretaries to leave, and witnesses heard three shots, Caldwell said.
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