Crime Bombing At Harvey’s Casino in 1980 Retired Special Agent Chris Ronay describes the FBI’s role in the investigation of an “undefeatable” 1,000-pound bomb at Harveys Lake Tahoe casino in 1980. It was planted by John Birges, who owned a bankrupt business and had lost money gambling at the casino. Share This Previous ArticleI AM A FISH HEAD: Psychopaths in the Workplace Next ArticleThe Real Dog Day Afternoon: Bank Robbery in New York City January 22, 2013