Million Dollar Fish 2024 winner Keegan Payne apologises for stolen buggy

News.com.au - 01/05
A teenager who became an instant millionaire this week after winning an elusive fishing competition has made a stunning admission on live TV.

A teenager who became an instant millionaire this week after winning an elusive fishing competition has made a stunning admission on live TV.

Keegan Payne, 19, from Katherine in the Northern Territory made national headlines on Monday after hooking a barramundi worth $1 million on Sunday morning.

Keegan Payne, a 19-year-old from Katherine, Northern Territory caught a barramundi worth $1 million. Picture: Facebook

However, on Wednesday morning, during a live interview with Sky News’ Peter Stefanovic, questions turned to a dark chapter of the teenager’s past.

“There is a claim online that you stole a Polaris Ranger and Polaris quad that you and your friends stole and damaged from a business a few years back, first of all, is that true?” Stefanovic asked.

Mr Payne responded, “Yes”.

“So, what happ...
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