A lucky Powerball ticket holder in Connecticut may not have hit the jackpot, but they are still celebrating a big win. The ticket, sold in Hartford, matched all five numbers, earning a $1 million prize. While this falls short of the massive jackpot, which stood at $87 million, it is still a significant windfall for the fortunate player.
The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing were 21, 22, 39, 44, and 60, with a Powerball of 12. The ticket matched all of these numbers, except for the Powerball itself. The odds of matching all five numbers without the Powerball are 1 in 11,688,054, so this win is truly a rare and exciting occurrence.
The prize money will be subject to federal and state taxes, but even after deductions, the winner will still be taking home a substantial amount. This win serves as a reminder that even falling just short of the jackpot can result in a life-changing amount of money.
The retailer that sold the winning ticket, which has not been named, will also receive a $2,500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. This serves as an added incentive for retailers to promote lottery ticket sales and encourages players to purchase tickets from a variety of locations.
While the winner’s identity has not been revealed, they will have the option to remain anonymous in Connecticut. Lottery officials are urging the winner to sign the back of their ticket and contact the Connecticut Lottery headquarters to claim their prize.
Overall, this win has brought excitement and anticipation to the local community, as residents eagerly await to see who the lucky winner is and how they will choose to use their newfound fortune.
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