"Lucky number" found car registration "Takshin Shinawatra" Former Prime Minister Takshin Shinawatra left Klong Prem Central Prison, drawing crowds of lottery fans eager to try their luck on 16/5/26.
On 11 May 2026, reporters reported that at 07:41 GMT+7, former Prime Minister Takshin Shinawatra stepped out of Klong Prem Central Prison after being granted parole following an 8-month, or 243-day, imprisonment. He wore a white polo shirt, long jeans, sneakers, and had a short haircut in accordance with Department of Corrections rules. He first embraced his youngest daughter, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, followed by his second daughter, Ms. Pinthongta Shinawatra Kunakornwong, then his eldest son, Mr. Panthongtae Shinawatra. Family members, MPs, members of the Pheu Thai Party, and Red Shirt supporters surrounded him to offer encouragement and present flowers.
Meanwhile, Mr. Takshin waved to supporters before entering a Mercedes-Maybach with Ms. Paethongtarn to travel to the Probation Department to have an electronic monitoring bracelet fitted. The car windows were opened to greet the large crowd waiting to offer support, which caused some delay due to the many people surrounding the vehicle.
However, many lottery enthusiasts did not miss the chance to observe the "lucky car registration number" of former Prime Minister Takshin Shinawatra, which was license plate PTH 4444, Bangkok, to try their luck in the 16/5/26 lottery draw.
