When it's very clear that it is outright theft, here in our country it is called qualified theft when you're stealing from your bosses, if your business is related to money and gambling you should hire people who have good moral character and you should do background checks.
The employers in the article are going to jail and they will also be fined for their crimes, they should give back the money and plead guilty the complainant may forgive them and withdraw the case or they will have a shorter prison time.
It's not the owner's fault but the employers' but it will surely tarnish the reputation of the betting station.