A lucky player in Hanover, Maryland, recently won a remarkable $2 million on a scratch-off ticket, marking a significant victory for the state’s lottery. The ticket, which was identified as the “Fire” scratch-off, was purchased at a 7-Eleven located on Aviation Boulevard. Meanwhile, another player in Dundalk secured a jackpot of $685,656 with a FAST PLAY ticket from the “Super 777” progressive jackpot, highlighting a week filled with substantial winnings across Maryland from May 5 to May 11.
In this one-week period, the Maryland Lottery distributed over $34.1 million in prizes throughout the state. Notably, there were 28 tickets claiming prizes of $10,000 or more. Among these, a $250,000-winning “Money Bags” scratch-off was claimed in Temple Hills, while another player in White Marsh won $100,000 from the “Bingo X10” game. Additionally, other significant prizes of $50,000 and $10,000 were awarded to players in locations such as Baltimore, Perry Hall, Laurel, and Waldorf.
On the FAST PLAY front, beyond the substantial win in Dundalk, players could find numerous progressive jackpots including an unclaimed $84,503 from the “Home Run Riches” game in Whiteford and a $47,875 win in “SLINGO” in Lanham, both adding to the excitement.
The week also saw various winners from draw games, particularly PICK 5, which saw five tickets each clinching $25,000, with three of these sold in a single day at a Dash In store in Bryans Road. The Racetrax game contributed to the festivities with sizable wins reported, including a significant payout of $46,734 in Chesapeake Beach.
Individuals fortunate enough to win prizes exceeding $25,000 are required to claim their winnings in person by making an appointment at the Maryland Lottery’s Customer Resource Center in Baltimore, with a claim window of 182 days.
The Maryland Lottery’s recent distribution of winnings showcases not only the thrill of chance but also the substantial opportunities available for players hoping to win big. With numerous prizes still waiting to be claimed, it’s a hopeful time for eager participants.