
How the McDonald's Monopoly Scam Actually Worked: $24 Million Fraud Explained
Published: July 26, 2026
Duration: 12:10
What if the McDonald's Monopoly game you played as a kid was completely rigged? For twelve straight years, a former cop named Jerome Jacobson turned America's favorite fast-food promotion into his personal $24 million heist. Daniel Torres breaks down how one security guard literally stole happiness from millions of McDonald's customers.
On Proof Positive, we unpack the wild true story of Jerome Jacobson, who worked security for Simon Marketing and had access to every winning game piece from 1989 to 2001. You'll learn how he built a network that included mafia members, psychics, and strip club owners to cash in stolen prizes. We...