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California Resident Wins $1.22 Billion Lottery Jackpot
A fortunate individual in California has become a billionaire overnight after purchasing a Mega Millions ticket at a gas station in Cottonwood. The winning numbers, 3, 7, 37, 49, 55, and the Mega ball 6, matched all six numbers, defying the astonishing odds of 1 in 302,575,350.
Life-Changing Purchase
The life-changing ticket was purchased at Sunshine Food and Gas, a gas station located approximately 146 miles north of Sacramento. The yet-to-be-identified winner has the option to receive the estimated $1.22 billion in annual payments or a one-time cash payout of approximately $549.7 million.
Other Winners
In addition to the grand prize winner, two other tickets matched five numbers but missed the Mega ball. These lucky ticketholders will each receive a payout of $787,543.
Previous Lottery Success
This recent Mega Millions win follows another remarkable lottery triumph in November 2022. Edwin Castro, a Powerball winner, claimed a $2.04 billion jackpot and purchased a $25.5 million mansion in the Hollywood Hills.
The identity of the new Mega Millions billionaire remains unknown, leaving everyone speculating about what they will do with their newfound wealth.