Life-Changing Win: $348 Million Mega Millions Jackpot Ticket Sold in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Someone in Virginia is waking up a multi-millionaire after purchasing the winning Mega Millions ticket worth a staggering $348 million, lottery officials confirmed early Saturday. It marks one of the largest single-ticket wins in the game’s history — and the biggest ever recorded in the state.
The winning ticket matched all six numbers in Friday night’s draw, securing the full jackpot without any other top-tier winners across the country.
đ️ Where Was the Lucky Ticket Sold?
According to the Virginia Lottery, the ticket was sold at a convenience store in Henrico County, just outside Richmond. The name of the store has not yet been released, but the location will also receive a sizable bonus for selling the winning ticket.
“Virginia has a new mega-millionaire, and we couldn’t be more excited for them,” said a lottery spokesperson. “We encourage the winner to sign the back of the ticket, store it in a safe place, and seek professional financial advice.”
đ° What Are the Winner’s Options?
The winner will have the choice of receiving the full $348 million in annual payments over 30 years or a lump-sum cash option of approximately $164.6 million before taxes. Winners in Virginia can remain anonymous if they choose the lump-sum option — a choice many previous winners have made for privacy and security.
đ A Record-Breaking Year for Lotteries
This jackpot was the result of more than three months of rollovers, as no one had claimed the top prize in over 20 draws. The win comes amid growing national interest in lottery games, with rising jackpots drawing record participation.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302.6 million, making the Virginia winner an exceptionally lucky individual.
đ What Happens Next?
Lottery officials will release more information in the coming days, including the official claim (if made publicly) and the retailer’s bonus check amount. Until then, players across Virginia and the nation are checking and double-checking their tickets.
If you played Mega Millions, the winning numbers from Friday night’s draw were:
đ¨️ Public Reaction
Social media exploded with reactions as news of the massive win spread. Many users congratulated the unknown winner while others joked about "checking under couch cushions" for forgotten tickets.
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