64-Year-Old Man Becomes Homeless After Sister Falsely Declares Him Dead to Claim Inheritance
A Udon Thani man reports he was forced into homelessness after his sister allegedly misled a court into believing he had died to seize family assets.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, a 64-year-old man identified as Mr. Bakan has been living in a roadside pavilion in Udon Thani for over two months. Mr. Bakan, a resident of Nong Han district, claims he was originally appointed as the executor of his mother’s estate. However, he alleges that while he was working in Chon Buri, his sister petitioned a court by falsely declaring that he had passed away.
By doing so, the sister reportedly gained control over the family’s land, home, and other assets. Upon returning to his hometown, Mr. Bakan states he was evicted by his sister and denied access to his family property. Left without resources, he has been forced to survive by foraging and fishing while sleeping in a public shelter along the Udon Thani–Sakon Nakhon road.
This case highlights significant concerns regarding the integrity of inheritance legal processes and the vulnerability of individuals to fraudulent claims. For residents and observers, the situation underscores the importance of maintaining updated legal documentation and the potential for severe family disputes over property. It remains to be confirmed whether the court has received a formal challenge to the previous ruling or if law enforcement has initiated an investigation into the alleged fraud.
