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Sammy Farha, a well-known figure from the 2000s poker boom, is facing allegations of physically assaulting a dealer during a cash game session in Houston.

The incident reportedly took place at Houston Social Cardroom around 3:30 a.m. on Oct. 21. Sources present told PokerNews that a police report has since been filed. Dealer Doug Caillier, a veteran known for working the WSOP during the Binion’s era and later at major Las Vegas rooms, sustained minor injuries and was treated and released from a Houston emergency room.

According to witnesses, the confrontation began when Farha, who was not involved in a hand being played, accused Caillier of improperly pulling cards from the muck after two players ran it twice on an all-in pot. The losing player disputed Farha’s claim, saying his cards had been face-up.

Farha allegedly grew aggressive toward Caillier, cursing at him and threatening violence after the dealer pushed back on his accusation. Despite security approaching the table, Farha reportedly maneuvered past the guard and struck Caillier in the chest.

Caillier did not retaliate and walked away, though Farha allegedly attempted one more slap that may not have connected. Houston Social has since banned Farha for life.

Farha, 67, has a history of friction with dealers and players in Houston rooms, including a prior physical altercation at Legends Poker Room in 2022. Once a fixture on shows like High Stakes Poker, he holds over $3 million in live tournament earnings and last competed at the 2025 WSOP Super Seniors event.