Dispute Over Winning Lottery Ticket in Si Sa Ket

A heated dispute over a first-prize lottery ticket from the June 16, 2026, draw (number 287184) has escalated in Prang Ku District, Si Sa Ket province. According to Khaosod Online, a regular customer known as 'Pa Yom' claims she ordered the ticket via telephone from 'Pa Daeng,' the sister of a stall owner named 'Pa Manee.'

Pa Yom asserts that the purchase was based on a verbal agreement without photographic evidence or digital confirmation. When the ticket won the 6 million baht jackpot, a conflict arose over who rightfully owns the prize. Pa Yom has accused the vendor of changing her story and has stated she will not accept a refund, opting instead to pursue the matter in court. Meanwhile, the vendor's sister has maintained that the order for number 184 was indeed placed and has offered to serve as a witness. On August 3, 2026, a woman identified as 'Pa Jeen' sought assistance from lawyer Paisal Ruangrit to pursue justice in the case.

For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the risks associated with informal, verbal-only transactions for high-value items. While the case is currently a private legal matter, it serves as a reminder of the importance of obtaining written receipts or digital proof for any significant financial exchange in Thailand. The final ownership of the prize remains to be determined by the legal process.