Hyattsville, MD — A Prince George’s County woman struck it rich, winning the $50,000 top prize on a Gold Bar Bingo scratch-off ticket.
Fortunately, the Hyattsville resident, an avid bingo fan, asked her son to buy some bingo-themed scratch-offs earlier this week. He picked up an assortment of $3 and $5 tickets from Langley Shop on 8001 New Hampshire Avenue. As she played through the tickets, she initially believed she had won $500 after forming four corners on her card.
Upon closer inspection, the woman discovered an “X” pattern on the sixth bingo card, indicating a much larger prize. Unsure of the win, she asked her son to double-check the ticket. He confirmed the $50,000 prize after scanning the ticket at the Lottery retailer.
“When he called to tell me, I was shocked,” said the retired housekeeper. “I’m just very grateful for this good fortune.”
The winner has yet to decide how she will use her windfall. The Langley Shop, where the winning ticket was purchased, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the top-prize scratch-off.
The woman and her son claimed the prize at Lottery headquarters, overjoyed with their unexpected blessing.
