The planned sale of Concord Casino faces significant challenges, with conflicting claims between the owner's legal team and New Hampshire state officials regarding the sale process.

Andy Sanborn, the current casino owner, must sell the charitable gaming property following his casino license suspension. While there's an interested buyer who has participated in pre-sale meetings, their identity remains undisclosed.

Attorney Adam Katz, representing Sanborn, maintains that the buyer has impeccable credentials with "not one blemish" on their record. He claims state officials are creating unnecessary obstacles to the sale, describing their actions as "chicanery."

However, Senior Assistant Attorney General Jessica King strongly disputes these allegations. She states the New Hampshire Lottery Commission has met with the buyer numerous times and provided all necessary resources for completing suitability determinations. King emphasizes there's no evidence of state obstruction in the sale process.

The situation is further complicated by Sanborn's recent legal troubles. In October, he was indicted on state theft charges for allegedly inflating revenue to obtain excess COVID funds, receiving approximately $140,000 more than entitled. Additionally, state officials are investigating his use of $844,000 in COVID relief funds, which allegedly went toward purchasing luxury vehicles including two Porsches and a Ferrari for his wife, State Representative Laurie Sanborn.

The matter continues under review by Hearing Officer Gregory Albert, with Sanborn receiving extensions to complete the casino sale. The initial order to sell came from Administrative Hearing Officer Michael King, who gave Sanborn a six-month deadline last year.

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