A Michigan woman recently experienced a heart-pounding moment when she won $500,000 from a scratch-off ticket. This lucky winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket for $5 and played the Ghostbusters scratch-off game. The Michigan Lottery confirmed the exciting news and shared the details of her unexpected windfall.
The winner, a 64-year-old woman from Allegan County, had been playing the Ghostbusters game since its launch in September 2023. On her way to work, she stopped at a gas station to buy a ticket. While chatting with the clerk about retirement, the clerk handed her the ticket, saying, 'Well, I hope this ticket helps with saving for retirement!' Little did she know that this ticket would change her life.
Later that day, during her break, she scratched the ticket and initially thought she had won $500. However, her coworker urged her to double-check the prize amount. To her astonishment, she realized that she had actually won $500,000. The shock was so overwhelming that she said, 'I felt like I was going to have a heart attack!'
The fortunate winner recently visited the lottery headquarters to claim her prize. She revealed that she intends to use the money to pay off debts and her mortgage, ensuring financial security for the future. The remaining funds will be saved for other important purposes.
Since its launch in September 2023, the Ghostbusters scratch-off game has awarded over $12 million in prizes to lucky players. With a $5 ticket, players have the chance to win up to $500,000. Currently, there are still $18 million in prizes remaining, including a top prize of $500,000, three $10,000 prizes, and 39 $2,500 prizes.
The odds of winning any prize in the Ghostbusters scratch-off game are 1 in 4.04. This means that players have a decent chance of winning a prize when they play this popular game.
Lottery tickets can be purchased in person at various locations, including gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals. Additionally, in select U.S. states and territories, such as Arizona, Colorado, New York, and Washington D.C., tickets can be ordered online through the Jackpocket app, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
The story of the Michigan woman winning $500,000 from a scratch-off ticket serves as a reminder of the unexpected joys that life can bring. It also highlights the excitement and potential rewards of playing the Ghostbusters scratch-off game. Whether purchasing tickets in person or through the Jackpocket app, players have the opportunity to try their luck and potentially change their lives with a big win. So, why not take a chance and see if fortune smiles upon you?
