This podcast episode was originally released as part of the Sin City Stories: Vegas True Crime series

During the 1970's, the Las Vegas Hilton featured some of the most modern amenities in town along with incredible showcase entertainers. The hotel looked poised for additional growth and success heading into the 1980's.

 

 

But the deadliest arson in modern Nevada history temporarily derailed the steady expansion the Hilton had enjoyed, while putting a young hotel busboy in the national spotlight as the unlikely hero-turned suspect responsible for the blaze.

 

Click here to learn more about story of the fire at the Las Vegas Hilton - including photos, newspaper articles, and more!

 

To learn about other true crime tales from the darker side of Las Vegas history, visit Mayhem In The Desert.

 

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