Mega Millions Jackpot Win in New Jersey
A historic moment for the state of New Jersey occurred when a single Mega Millions ticket sold in the state won a staggering $1.13 billion jackpot. This is the largest jackpot ever won in New Jersey’s history. The winning numbers for this monumental draw were 7, 11, 22, 29, and 38, with the gold Mega Ball number 4. The lucky winner chose their own numbers rather than using the Quick Pick option and opted for an annuity payout over 30 years instead of a lump sum cash option.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning ticket was purchased at ShopRite Liquor on Route 66 in Neptune, Monmouth County. As a result of selling the winning ticket, ShopRite received a $30,000 bonus check. The owner of ShopRite has generously decided to donate this bonus to Fulfill NJ, a local food bank, demonstrating a commendable act of community support.
Winner’s Identity and Advice
The identity of the winner remains unknown as they have not yet come forward. James Carey, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Lottery, has advised the winner to take several precautionary steps. These include signing the back of the ticket, taking a picture of it, making copies, keeping it safe, telling only close loved ones, and consulting a financial advisor. This advice aims to ensure the winner’s security and financial well-being.
Additional Winning Ticket
In addition to the grand prize, a second-place ticket worth $2 million was sold in New York. This ticket matched five white balls and included the Megaplier, which increased its value. This highlights the widespread excitement and opportunities that the Mega Millions lottery brings to participants across different states.
Lottery Statistics and History
This recent win ended a streak of no jackpot winners since December. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot were approximately 1 in 302.6 million, making this victory even more remarkable. The draw also produced over three million winning tickets in total. Thirteen tickets matched five white balls, with one in New York including the Megaplier, making it worth $2 million. Other $1 million winners were spread across various states, including California, Colorado, Florida (2), Georgia (2), Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York (2), and Ohio.
Upcoming Drawings
The excitement doesn’t end with Mega Millions. The next major U.S. lottery drawing is for an estimated $865 million Powerball jackpot, scheduled for Wednesday night. Both Mega Millions and Powerball are played in 45 states, plus Washington D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with Powerball also available in Puerto Rico.
New Jersey Lottery Draw Games
The New Jersey Lottery offers multiple draw games for those looking to win big. Here are the winning numbers for Thursday, May 23, 2024:
Pick-3
– Midday: 0 – 8 – 1; Fireball: 0
– Evening: 3 – 8 – 5; Fireball: 6
Pick-4
– Midday: 0 – 9 – 7 – 4; Fireball: 0
– Evening: 3 – 2 – 9 – 2; Fireball: 6
Jersey Cash 5
The winning numbers are 19, 16, 21, 37, and 36, with the Xtra number 5.
Cash4Life
The winning numbers are 10, 14, 30, 37, and 56, with the Cash Ball number 1.
Pick-6
The winning numbers are 20, 39, 03, 46, 28, and 27, with the Double Play numbers 18, 34, 05, 12, 40, and 41.
Additional Information
A heartwarming story emerged recently when a New Jersey grandmother of ten won $1 million in Powerball and is now planning a trip to Disney. Additionally, Quick Draw and Cash Pop drawings are held every four minutes, providing frequent opportunities for players to win. It’s important to stay vigilant against scams, as no legitimate lottery jackpot winner will offer you money. If gambling becomes a problem, help is available by calling 1-800-GAMBLER or visiting www.800gambler.org.
New Jersey Powerball Ticket Wins $1 Million
A ticket purchased in New Jersey won $1 million in a recent Powerball drawing. The winning numbers were 11, 38, 41, 62, and 65. The ticket matched all five white numbers but missed the Powerball number 15, which would have won an additional $1.08 billion. The winning ticket was bought at Atco Deli on Jackson Road in Atco, Camden County. Nine other tickets matched four out of the five white balls, winning $50,000 each, with one ticket including the Power Play option, increasing the prize to $150,000.
In conclusion, the New Jersey Lottery continues to create life-changing moments for its participants. With multiple draw games and significant jackpots, the excitement and opportunities are endless. Whether it’s the Mega Millions, Powerball, or other draw games, New Jersey residents have numerous chances to win big and make their dreams come true.
