Thai woman admits 90 million baht lottery win was a scam

[snoop1130]

 

A Thai woman from Nakhon Phanom stirred controversy this week by claiming she scooped a whopping 90 million baht on the lottery with 15 winning tickets drawn on December 30, 2022.

 

The woman, Pa Porn Premmanee, a medium from Nam Kam in the That Phanom district, initially alleged that she had not yet received the full prize money. This claim led to widespread scrutiny and criticism, with many questioning the authenticity of her story.

 

Some residents speculated that Pa Porn’s assertions were merely a publicity stunt, especially after it was revealed that there were discrepancies in the prize claim process and no records of her cashing in the tickets.

 

Pa Porn today, June 28, appeared on the popular show Hone Krasae, hosted by Num Kanchai, to address these critical questions. When asked whether the 15 lottery tickets she claimed to have won were genuine, she admitted that they were not.

 

“I did buy the tickets but they weren’t winning tickets. I purchased them from someone who claimed they couldn’t cash them themselves because they were a foreigner without an ID card. They sold them to me for 50,000 baht. I only found out later that the tickets were fake and couldn’t be cashed in.”

 

Her confession confirmed that the highly publicised 90 million baht lottery win was a scam, with Pa Porn herself being deceived by the seller of the counterfeit tickets. The tickets, which she thought were her ticket to riches, turned out to be worthless.

 

 

Lottery scams

 

The revelation not only debunked Pa Porn’s claims but also highlighted the prevalence of lottery scams in the region. Lottery scams are not uncommon in Thailand, where the allure of quick riches can sometimes cloud judgment. These scams often involve fake tickets or fraudulent claims, and victims can lose significant amounts of money.

 

This incident has prompted discussions about the need for better public awareness and stricter regulations to prevent such scams. It also serves as a cautionary tale for those who might be tempted to buy lottery tickets from unofficial sources.

 

The case of Pa Porn underscores the importance of verifying the authenticity of lottery tickets and dealing only with authorised sellers. It also highlights the emotional and financial toll that such scams can take on victims, who may be too embarrassed or ashamed to come forward.

 

“I was too scared to tell anyone. When I checked the tickets later and realised they were fake, I didn’t know what to do.”

 

Her appearance on Hone Krasae has brought her story into the public eye but it has also provided some clarity on a situation that had many people speculating. While Pa Porn’s initial claim of a big lottery win may have been false, her admission has shed light on a broader issue that affects many.

 

By Bob Scott

Picture courtesy of Sanook

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-28

 

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[BangkokReady]

50 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

“I did buy the tickets but they weren’t winning tickets. I purchased them from someone who claimed they couldn’t cash them themselves because they were a foreigner without an ID card. They sold them to me for 50,000 baht. I only found out later that the tickets were fake and couldn’t be cashed in.”

 

So the foreigner had 90 million coming their way, but they accepted 50,000?  The scam continues... 🙄

[klauskunkel]

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The woman, Pa Porn Premmanee, a medium from Nam Kam

The case of Pa Porn underscores the importance of verifying the authenticity of lottery tickets 

 

she forgot to ask the spirits

[rwill]

I bet 20,000 baht that is still not the real story.

[Taboo2]

Wow, a surprise...another scam in Thailand...I am shocked.

[Bangkok Barry]

15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

I purchased them from someone who claimed they couldn’t cash them themselves because they were a foreigner without an ID card. They sold them to me for 50,000 baht

 

Just another Thai adult with the mind of a child. Tell them anything and they'll believe it.

[youreavinalaff]

4 hours ago, Bangkok Barry said:

 

Just another Thai adult with the mind of a child. Tell them anything and they'll believe it.

It happens all over the world. 

 

In UK there are even TV programs advising how to avoid scams. Some of the stories from those admitting to having been scammed leaves one truly speechless.

[john donson]

see did not see this one coming, looooooooooool