Un astonishing event occurred recently when one Mega Millions ticket won an astounding jackpot worth $9 Million dollars during a recent Mega Millions draw.
Mega Millions Consortium announced on March 17 that a staggering prize worth an astounding $1.269 billion, the fifth-largest prize ever won, had been purchased and won in California. The lottery service operates across 45 states as well as Washington D.C. and U.S. Virgin Islands.
On Friday evening’s drawing, three, seven, 37, 49 and 55 with gold Mega Ball 6 proved successful in winning. Tickets were purchased from Circle K Sunshine Food and Gas on Rhonda Rd in Cottonwood in Shasta County near Sacramento in Northern California.
Joshua Johnston, lead director for Mega Millions Consortium, extended his best wishes and expressed joy for an exceptional holiday gift in California. Johnston highlighted both its individual significance as well as its wider positive effect on educational and organizational beneficiaries of lotter ticket sales nationwide.
Winners in California have one year from when their prize has been won to come forward and claim it; under state laws, public disclosure must take place of winners’ identities.
Winner’s Payout Options
A lucky individual faces two options when selecting their winning jackpot amount – spreading over 30 years or taking it as one-time cash option worth $571.9 million, both before any federal taxes and adjusted up from earlier estimates due to high ticket sales. California does not levy state taxes on lottery winnings so taking cash option reduces prize value to around $360 Million after deducting 37% federal tax deduction.
An analytical report published by Casino.org earlier in June highlighted an intriguing observation indicating lottery players from California, New York and New Jersey are more successful at Mega Millions and Powerball winnings, likely attributable to California’s large population and active involvement with lottery gaming.
California Lottery social media posts celebrated California’s latest fortune in national lotterie games through Circle K Stores located on Rhonda Rd in Cottonwood where an unprecedented win took place.
About Cottonwood
Cottonwood, California, has long been known for both its lottery success and as the filming location of comedian Chris Farley’s final movie “Almost Heroes”. Rejected by critics at release time, “Almost Heroes” featured Farley alongside Matthew Perry for an absurd western adventure comedy film set here in 1998. Cottonwood County itself takes its name after Mount Shasta and also hosts soft drink manufacturer Coke-Cola Bottling Co.
If you are looking for online casino options, check our casino reviews for latest opinions, info, bonuses and promotions. remember to check the legality of playing in your country by filtering down based on licenses.
