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The National Charity Lottery (LNB) has issued a warning to the public about the presence of counterfeit lottery operations that are using the LNB name and institutional image without authorization. According to the LNB, these unauthorized platforms—including social media accounts, websites and mobile applications—promote alleged casinos, bonuses, prizes and economic benefits that are not legitimate. The LNB clarified that none of these platforms have the legal authorizations required to operate as official lottery outlets. The organization urged citizens not to download any of the identified applications, avoid clicking on suspicious links, refrain from sharing personal or banking information, and not to make payments or transfers through these channels. Individuals who encounter such scams are encouraged to file a complaint by calling 311. In a related development from 2025, authorities investigated and filed criminal complaints concerning the irregular and fraudulent distribution of official lottery books. The investigation uncovered more than 294 counterfeit lottery books distributed across Chiriquí, Veraguas and Panama City. Each fraudulent book was estimated to have a commercial value exceeding US$2,000. As a result of the Public Ministry’s investigation, administrative audits were conducted and vendor books throughout Chiriquí were temporarily suspended. Article source: Newsroom Panama | Image credit: Newsroom Panama
The National Charity Lottery (LNB) has issued a warning to the public about the presence of counterfeit lottery operations that are using the LNB name and institutional image without authorization. According to the LNB, these unauthorized platforms—including social media accounts, websites and mobile applications—promote alleged casinos, bonuses, prizes and economic benefits that are not legitimate. The LNB clarified that none of these platforms have the legal authorizations required to operate as official lottery outlets. The organization urged citizens not to download any of the identified applications, avoid clicking on suspicious links, refrain from sharing personal or banking information, and not to make payments or transfers through these channels. Individuals who encounter such scams are encouraged to file a complaint by calling 311. In a related development from 2025, authorities investigated and filed criminal complaints concerning the irregular and fraudulent distribution of official lottery books. The investigation uncovered more than 294 counterfeit lottery books distributed across Chiriquí, Veraguas and Panama City. Each fraudulent book was estimated to have a commercial value exceeding US$2,000. As a result of the Public Ministry’s investigation, administrative audits were conducted and vendor books throughout Chiriquí were temporarily suspended.
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