Man claims he snagged a $5 million lottery win — only to have girlfriend take the money and run
A Canadian man said he hit the jackpot — then got left in the lurch.
Lawrence Campbell of Winnipeg claimed he paid for a lottery ticket that turned out to be a $5 million winner but couldn't officially collect the winnings because he had lost his wallet and ID, so his longtime girlfriend Krystal McKay collected the prize instead.
But instead of living a life of luxury together, McKay allegedly ghosted Campbell — who is now suing her to recoup the cash, according to reports.
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He trusted her because the pair were 'in a loyal, committed and promising romantic partnership,' lawyer told CTV News.
Lawrence Campbell says girlfriend Krystal McKay ditched him after getting the money.
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Campbell and McKay had been dating for a year and a half and lived together, he told the outlet.
But less than two weeks after McKay cashed in the big fat check, she failed to return to the hotel room they'd been sharing, he claimed.
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'He set out to visit a few of her known spots where she would party and sure enough after some investigation, he found her; in bed, with another guy,' he told CTV News.
The lottery ticket was in McKay's name, but Campbell claims he paid for it and they had agreed it was his.
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'She ghosted him, refused to take his calls or answer his messages, she blocked him on her social media accounts; and even took out a protection order.'
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McKay denied the allegations and is planning to respond in court, according to the station.
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