WELCOME, N.C. (WGHP) — Andrew Berrier, of Lexington, bought a $30 scratch-off and won a $1 million prize.
Berrier bought his winning Millionaire Maker ticket from Welcome Food Mart on Old U.S. 52 in Welcome.
North Carolina man wins $50,000 a year for 20 years after buying lottery ticket at convenience store
When Berrier arrived to collect his winnings Monday, he had a decision to make.
He could choose to receive his prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000.
He chose the lump sum of $600,000.
After required state and federal tax withholdings, he took home $429,009.
Where can I get the latest lottery numbers?
Watch lottery drawings on FOX8! Mega Millions airs at 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. Powerball airs at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The NC Lottery airs at 11:22 p.m. every night.
You can also find the lottery results online on the FOX8 website .
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