The Florida Lottery announced on Friday that Jeffery Mason, 56, of Orlando, is the latest millionaire thanks to the $5,000,000 CROSSWORD CASH Scratch-Off game. Mason claimed his substantial $1 million prize at the Lottery’s Orlando District Office.
Excited about his newfound fortune, Mason opted to receive his winnings as a one-time lump sum payment of $652,665.60.
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His lucky ticket was purchased at City Store, located at 2893 Delaney Avenue in Orlando. The retailer is also celebrating the win, receiving a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning Scratch-Off ticket.
The $20 $5,000,000 CROSSWORD CASH Scratch-Off game offers players the chance to win up to $5 million instantly. This popular word-themed game boasts over $239.6 million in total cash prizes, including four coveted top prizes of $5 million. The overall odds of winning any prize in the game are an impressive 1-in-2.9.
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Scratch-off games continue to be a significant contributor to the Florida Lottery’s success, accounting for approximately 74 percent of ticket sales in the fiscal year 2023-2024. Since its inception, the Lottery’s Scratch-Off games have awarded over $65.5 billion in prizes and created a staggering 2,283 millionaires.
Furthermore, these games have generated more than $19.80 billion for the state’s Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF), demonstrating the Lottery’s commitment to supporting education in Florida.
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