High Stakes Poker Regular Lynne Ji Charged With Attempted Murder | Deadspin.com
A poker name in the spotlight
Ji became widely known after a hand on High Stakes Poker in which she moved all-in for $163,000 with Q♥10♥ from the big blind. She lost more than $300,000 over that season and later became a regular on Hustler Casino Live.
She has also played in games with Daniel Negreanu, Doug Polk and Matt Berkey. The attempted-murder charge has brought attention to her beyond the poker world.
Gao's account of the incident
In an interview with Doug Polk, Gao alleged that Ji attacked him. He said he locked himself away and called 911, and that she came through a door carrying a kitchen knife.
Few public records available
As of last week, no charging document, case number or court date had been published, and the LAPD had not provided information, according to the article. The account of the apartment incident came from the interview rather than a police statement or court filing.
Ji has not commented beyond her denial, and no lawyers have spoken publicly. The article says no court date had been reported.
Key points
- Ji posted $1 million bail and was released the following day.
- She denied the charges in a post on X six days after her release.
- Gao described the alleged attack in an interview with Doug Polk.
- As of last week, no charging document, case number or court date had been published.