A $1 million-winning scratch-off ticket was recently sold by a Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Pittsburgh.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning ticket was a “$1,000,000 Winnings” scratch-off, a $20 game with top prizes of $1 million. The GetGo location at 3247 East Carson Street sold the ticket and will receive a $5,000 bonus.
Lottery officials have stated that scratch-off tickets are distributed randomly. Neither the lottery nor its retailers have prior knowledge of where winning tickets are sold until a prize is claimed. Any lottery prizes exceeding $5,000 are subject to both state and federal taxes.
What Happens Next?
The winner is advised to immediately sign the back of the ticket and contact the Pennsylvania Lottery at 1-800-692-7481. Scratch-off prizes have an expiration date – one year from the game’s official end-sale date, which is available on the lottery’s website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of ticket was sold?
The winning ticket was a “$1,000,000 Winnings” scratch-off.
How much is the bonus for the retailer?
The GetGo location at 3247 East Carson Street will receive a $5,000 bonus.
Where can a winner find the expiration date for the game?
The expiration date is posted on the lottery’s website.
What does this news mean for those who regularly purchase lottery tickets?
