Virginia Beach, Virginia – A Virginia Beach resident is now a millionaire after winning the top prize in the Virginia Lottery’s 500X the Money scratch-off game. The lucky winner, who chose to remain anonymous as permitted by state law for prizes over $1 million, described the incredible moment simply as, “It was surreal!”
The winning ticket was purchased at the 7-Eleven located at 437 Kempsville Road in Chesapeake, adding even more excitement for locals who frequent the store. After scratching the ticket, the man discovered he had landed the game’s $7 million top prize, one of the largest prizes currently offered by the Virginia Lottery.
The winner had two options: receive the full $7 million amount paid out over 30 years or take a one-time lump sum cash payout of $4 million before taxes. He opted for the lump sum…