Absolutely right Bell Ringer
sadly, it is a scenario we have seen far too often.
Not too dissimilar to rich guys buying supercars and then writing them off because they didn't know and didn't appreciate the dangers.
In a country where you have to be told that coffee in cups might be hot - how can a low-time pilot be allowed to carry pax without further training?
There should be a mandatory period of flying hours where you can only fly with a more experienced pilot or solo and then have an instructor check-ride before being allowed to carry passengers.