Urgent warning to check lotto numbers as $459k prize to expire in days – and the ticket was bought at a gas station
LOTTERY officials are calling on players in one state to check any tickets they might have lying around as a prize worth $459,000 is set to expire in just days.
The winnings are from a drawing in Indianapolis’ CA$H 5 that took place on January 2, 2023.
Hoosier LotteryA $459,000 winner of the CA$H 5 prize has until July 1 to collect their winnings[/caption]
GoogleThe lucky stub was sold at Luke 234 gas station in Hobart, Indiana in January[/caption]
The ticket was sold in Hobart, Indiana at Luke 234 gas station and the winning numbers were 4, 9, 13, 18 and 21.
January’s lucky player has until July 1 to scoop the life-changing winnings.
The victor matched all five numbers to bag the windfall.
They can snag the $458,872 prize at the Hoosier Lottery Prize Payment office in Indianapolis.
Lottery tickets can get lost easily, falling in between couch cushions, into a deep pocket in your purse, or sometimes being forgotten in a pair of pants or jacket.
DOUBLE TROUBLE
Meanwhile, a mammoth Powerball prize has still not yet been claimed.
It also came from a $3 Power Play ticket but the drawing took place on December 30.
Worth $200,000, the $50,000 prize quadrupled to $200,000 when the 4X multiplier was drawn.
Its winning numbers for that ticket are 10, 11, 26, 27, 34, and 7 for the Powerball.
But you have to act fast.
Players only have until Thursday, June 27 to claim their win.
The ticket was sold at the 7-Eleven on Idlewild Road in Stallings in Union County.
Lottery winnings: lump sum or annuity?
Players who win big on lottery tickets typically have a choice to make: lump sum or annuity?
The two payout methods can impact how much money you get from your prize.
Annuities pay out slowly in increments, often over 30 years.
Lump sums pay all at once but in a smaller amount, as taxes are withheld in one go. That means 24% of your prize goes to Uncle Sam right away. Many states tax winnings as well.
Annuities can provide winners time to set up the financial infrastructure required to take in a life-changing amount of money, but lump sums have the benefit of being taxed only once.
Inflation is also worth considering when making a choice, as payouts do not adjust with the value of a dollar. That means that you’ll likely be getting less valuable money towards the end of an annuity.
Each state and game pays out prizes differently, so it’s best to check with your state’s lottery to confirm payment policies. A financial advisor can also help you weigh the pros and cons of each option.
Experts have varying opinions on whether to take the lump sum or take the annuity.
The NC Education Lottery funds education initiatives.
Money raised by the lottery provides scholarships and grants based on financial need for students attending North Carolina-based state universities or community colleges.
Here’s how a lottery player instantly lost $2 million on a $7.19 million win.
Plus, find out how much you could get from a winning Powerball draw held on June 12.
Meanwhile, five unclaimed tickets in Delaware have left $300,000 waiting.
Over half a million dollars is still unclaimed after a ticket was bought at a 7-Eleven.
Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:
Establishes time and monetary limits before playing
Only gambles with money they can afford to lose
Never chase their losses
Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressed
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling addiction, call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit the National Council on Problem Gambling online.
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