Powerball Winners in New Jersey
Last week, six lucky residents of New Jersey won significant prizes playing the New Jersey Lottery. Among them, a Powerball player from Monmouth County took home $50,000 with a ticket purchased at Wawa in Millstone Township. This win is a testament to the excitement and potential rewards of participating in the lottery.
Two other Powerball players also won $50,000 each. One of these winning tickets was sold at Jackpocket in Hewitt, Passaic County, while the other was sold at the 7-Eleven in Paramus, Bergen County. These wins highlight the widespread participation and success of lottery players across the state.
Biggest Powerball Win of the Week
The most significant win of the week came from a Powerball player who won a staggering $1 million. This winning ticket was purchased at Family Food Mart in Hackettstown, Warren County. The winner’s identity remains unknown, but the substantial prize has undoubtedly changed their life.
Jersey Cash 5 Winner
Another notable win came from a Jersey Cash 5 player who won $644,454. This lucky ticket was bought at Henry’s Liquors in Clifton, Passaic County. The Jersey Cash 5 game continues to be a popular choice among New Jersey residents, offering substantial prizes for those who match the winning numbers.
South Jersey Mega Millions Winner
In South Jersey, a Mega Millions player won $10,000 with a ticket purchased at Newfield Liquors in Gloucester County. This win adds to the excitement surrounding the Mega Millions game, which has seen numerous big winners in recent months.
Massive Powerball Jackpot Claimed
A significant event in the New Jersey lottery scene was the claiming of a $221 million Powerball jackpot. The winning ticket for the June 10, 2024, Powerball draw was purchased at Preet Food Mart in Lindenwold, Camden County. The winner, who chose the cash option of $104.7 million, came forward to claim their prize on July 10, 2024.
The winner’s reaction was one of disbelief and excitement. They initially heard about the jackpot on the radio but were skeptical due to some mismatched reported facts. Upon checking their Quick Pick ticket, they discovered it was a match and immediately called a close friend who also couldn’t believe it. This win marks the second-largest jackpot won in New Jersey in 2024.
Store Bonus and Plans
Preet Food Mart received a $30,000 bonus check for selling the winning ticket. The store’s co-owners, Tejinder Singh and Rajvinder Kaur Ghotra, plan to use the bonus money for travel. Singh expressed happiness for both the winner and himself during a check presentation on June 11. Store workers mentioned that the winner is a regular customer and described them as a “nice guy.”
Unclaimed Mega Millions Jackpot
A New Jersey Mega Millions ticket worth $1.13 billion remains unclaimed. The winning ticket was sold on March 26 at Shoprite Liquors in Neptune. The winning numbers were 07, 11, 22, 29, and 38, with the Gold Mega Ball being 04. The New Jersey Lottery recommends that the winner sign the ticket, make copies, and contact professional legal and financial advisors before claiming the prize.
If the 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, according to the Mega Millions website.
Largest-Ever Jackpot in New Jersey
A single Mega Millions ticket sold in New Jersey won a $1.13 billion jackpot, the state’s largest-ever jackpot. The winning ticket was purchased at ShopRite Liquor on Route 66 in Neptune, Monmouth County. The winner chose their own numbers rather than using Quick Pick and opted for the annuity payment over 30 years instead of a lump sum cash option.
The identity of the winner is still unknown as they have not come forward yet. James Carey, NJ Lottery Executive Director, advised the winner to sign the back of the ticket and consult a financial advisor. This win ended a streak of no big winners since December 8th across 30 straight drawings.
Upcoming Lottery Events
The next major U.S. lottery drawing will be for an estimated $865 million Powerball jackpot on Wednesday night. This follows 36 drawings without a winner since New Year’s Day. Mega Millions and Powerball are played in 45 states, plus Washington D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Powerball is also played in Puerto Rico.
In conclusion, the recent wins in the New Jersey Lottery have brought joy and excitement to many residents. From significant Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots to substantial Jersey Cash 5 prizes, the lottery continues to offer life-changing opportunities for those who participate.
