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Unclaimed Mega Millions Ticket Worth $1.13 Billion
A New Jersey Mega Millions ticket worth a staggering $1.13 billion remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was sold on March 26 at Shoprite Liquors in Neptune. The winning numbers for this life-changing jackpot were 07, 11, 22, 29, and 38, with the Gold Mega Ball being 04 and the Multiplier number 02. The New Jersey Lottery has urged the winner to sign the ticket, make copies, and contact professional legal and financial advisors. They should also call the lottery office at 1-800-222-0996 to file their claim.
Powerball Jackpot Winner Claims $221 Million
In another exciting development, a New Jersey resident has come forward to claim a $221 million Powerball jackpot. The winning ticket was sold at Preet Food Mart in Lindenwold, Camden County, on June 10. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, opted for a cash lump sum payout of $104.7 million. After federal and state taxes, the amount is reduced to an estimated $71 million. The winning numbers for this draw were 03, 10, 33, 58, and 59, with the Red Powerball being 09.
Six Big Winners in New Jersey Last Week
Last week was a bonanza for New Jersey lottery players, with six big winners hitting jackpots. The biggest winner was from Monmouth County, who won a whopping $1,930,093 with a Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold at ShopRite on State Route 35 in Belmar. Another notable winner was a Loteria Grande player who won $100,000 with a ticket sold at Quick In Food in Bound Brook, Somerset County.
Other Notable Wins
A Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold at Village Smoke Shop in South Orange, Essex County. Additionally, a Mega Millions ticket worth $40,000 was sold at Traders Variety in Williamstown, Gloucester County. Two more Mega Millions tickets, each worth $10,000, were sold at Wine Center of Manchester in Ocean County and Holly City Deli and Cold Cuts in Millville, Cumberland County.
Unclaimed Jackpot Protocol
If a Mega Millions jackpot prize is not claimed within the required time limit, each participating state gets back its contributed money to the unclaimed jackpot. Each state uses its unclaimed lottery prizes for different purposes, which can include funding education, public health, and other community services.
Advice for Lottery Winners
The New Jersey Lottery has specific recommendations for winners to ensure their safety and financial security. Winners should sign their ticket, make copies, and contact professional legal and financial advisors. They should also call the lottery office at 1-800-222-0996 to file their claim. This advice is crucial, especially for large jackpot winners, to help them manage their newfound wealth responsibly.
Historical Significance of the Mega Millions Jackpot
The $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot is the largest ever won in New Jersey and the fifth-largest in U.S. lottery history. It surpasses a previous record of $533 million won in Mega Millions in 2018. This win is also the eighth-largest U.S. jackpot ever hit, making it a significant event in the history of lotteries.
Retailer Bonuses
Retailers who sell winning tickets also benefit from bonuses. For instance, Tejinder Singh and Rajvinder Kaur Ghotra, owners of Preet Food Mart, received a $30,000 bonus check from NJ Lottery officials for selling the winning Powerball ticket. Similarly, the Rt.66 Saker ShopRite received a $30,000 bonus check for selling the winning Mega Millions ticket. The owner of ShopRite plans to donate the bonus check money to Fulfill NJ food bank.
Upcoming Lottery Drawings
Mega Millions drawings are streamed on abc7ny.com/lottery every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00 p.m. Powerball drawings are streamed on the same site on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. The next major U.S. lottery drawing will be for an estimated $865 million Powerball jackpot on Wednesday night.
Conclusion
New Jersey has seen a flurry of lottery activity recently, with multiple big wins and a historic unclaimed Mega Millions jackpot. The New Jersey Lottery continues to advise winners on how to claim their prizes safely and responsibly. As the excitement builds, many are eagerly awaiting the next big win, hoping to join the ranks of these fortunate New Jersey lottery winners.
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