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Mr. X Elite user U.K. 440 Posts |
A true story about a snooker hustler called 'Panther' as told to me by his mentor, my friend G…
G used to work as a manager for various snooker clubs in and around London for many years and got to see (turn his blind eye to) many an illegal money game. During this time he befriended a chap called 'Panther' who happened to be a seasoned con man. During their friendship 'Panther' would pass on sage advice while G watched in awe at his skill with a cue. One particular night 'Panther' beat some poor fellow five times in a row. As the 'mark' handed over his hundred pound for the fifth time he asked if 'Panther' would like to play treble or quits. Knowing he had no cash 'Panther' asked the 'mark' how he intended to pay. The 'mark' pulls out a cheque book. Now 'Panther' once told G never to except cheques as 'marks' would just cancel them the following day, so G was interest to see how 'Panther' would react to this gesture. 'Panther' told the guy that he'd accept his cheque because he seemed like an honest guy. They played, 'Panther' won and they all retired to the bar for drinks. After having a little chat and a chuckle 'Panther' turns to the 'mark' with cheque in hand and say's "You know what? You're such a nice guy, I ain't even gonna take this money", and proceeds to rip up the cheque and chucks it in the ash-tray. G was mortified to see £1500 laying in pieces. Later, when alone, G asks 'Panther' why he accepted a cheque to only rip it up. 'Panther' turns to G and says "You mean this cheque" and pulls out the original which he switched for one of his own which now lay in the ashtray. Of course, as the 'mark' thought it was the original cheque he never bothered to cancel it the following morning.
So much to do. So little time.
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landmark Inner circle within a triangle 5194 Posts |
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KingStardog Inner circle 2134 Posts |
That's a pretty well known one. You can find it in a few of the law enforcement manuals, on cons and swindles. If the check writer owns up to the shady gamble they are usually not prosecuted. The endorser of the check however better be moving from town to town with no permanent address or it’s just a matter of time, at least here in the U.S..
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Emily Belleranti Veteran user Tucson, Arizona 349 Posts |
That's a pretty good story!
I've always had an interest in con men but I never heard that one before. Thanks for sharing. Emily B.
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totalpackage56 Regular user 152 Posts |
For those that read James Swain on these boards, that same scenario happens in his latest novel, Sucker Bet.
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MagicAndBlackjack Elite user 442 Posts |
Haha, that is great. That’s good thinking. TJ
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