Author: Chris Quigley
CHAMBERSBURG, PA — A Pennsylvania Lottery Match 6 Lotto ticket worth $2,680,000 was sold in Franklin County for the Thursday, August 29 drawing. The winning ticket, purchased at Corner Convenience & Smoke Store located at 3815 Scotland Main St. in Chambersburg, matched all six numbers—6, 8, 16, 20, 30, and 39—to claim the jackpot prize. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize. Over 70,300 other Match 6 Lotto tickets also won prizes in the same drawing. Players are encouraged to check their tickets…
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player has won a $2 million top prize after purchasing a $300 Million Diamond Dazzler scratch-off ticket at Circle K #5402 on Tallmadge Road. The winner opted for the cash option of $1 million, which after state and federal taxes will result in a payout of approximately $720,000. The $300 Million Diamond Dazzler, a $20 scratch-off, still has two top prizes remaining, offering players a chance to win $80,000 annually for 25 years. Circle K #5402, where the winning ticket was sold, joins the list of retailers that have contributed to Ohio’s…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Metropolitan Police Department has arrested 21-year-old Demarco Hayes in connection with a shooting that occurred in Southeast D.C. last month. The incident took place on July 24, 2024, at approximately 6:50 p.m. in the 1800 block of Marion Barry Avenue, Southeast. Officers responding to a report of a traffic crash found an adult male victim inside a vehicle that had collided with a retaining wall. The victim had suffered life-threatening gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Following an investigation, Hayes, a resident of Southeast D.C., was arrested on August 28, 2024,…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The D.C. Metro Police Department is mourning the loss of Investigator Wayne David, who died after being shot while attempting to recover a firearm during an investigation on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred around 5:40 p.m. on August 28, when officers from the Robbery Suppression Unit were canvassing the 4500 block of Quarles Street, Northeast. Officers observed a suspect fleeing from a suspicious vehicle and later saw him discard a firearm into a storm drain near I-295. As Investigator David attempted to retrieve the weapon, it discharged, fatally injuring him. Investigator David, a 25-year veteran of the…
LAUREL, MD — A Bonus Match 5 ticket sold in Prince George’s County has delivered a $50,000 top prize in the Wednesday, August 28 drawing. The winning ticket, purchased at West Laurel Exxon located at 15151 Sweitzer Lane, matched all five numbers—4, 9, 12, 28, and 35—with a Bonus Ball of 30. This marks the 22nd top-prize winning Bonus Match 5 ticket in the state this year. The lucky winner is advised to sign the back of the ticket, store it safely, and claim the prize within 182 days. Prizes over $25,000 must be claimed through Lottery headquarters in Baltimore…
OWINGS MILLS, MD — An Owings Mills retiree, fondly known as “Jerry,” is celebrating a life-changing $88,000 win after purchasing an Electric 8s scratch-off ticket. The Baltimore County resident, who enjoys playing Pick 3, Pick 4, and scratch-offs, bought the $10 ticket at Lakeside Liquors in Owings Mills. After bringing the ticket home, he discovered it held the game’s $88,000 top prize. “Jerry,” accompanied by his wife, plans to share the winnings with his family and donate to their church. Lakeside Liquors, where the ticket was purchased, will receive an $880 bonus for selling the top-prize winning ticket.
WASHINGTON, PA — A Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold in Washington County has won a jackpot of $726,103.50 in Wednesday’s drawing. The ticket, which matched all five numbers, was sold at Jefferson Avenue Station LLC, located at 1060 Jefferson Avenue, earning the retailer a $5,000 bonus. The winning numbers for the August 28 draw were 4-8-10-16-19. Winners have one year to claim the Cash 5 prize and must validate their ticket to be identified. Additionally, more than 21,000 other tickets won smaller prizes in the same drawing. Those holding winning tickets are encouraged to contact the nearest Lottery…
COLLEGE PARK, MD — A College Park resident, known as “Rich,” added another significant win to his Lottery history, claiming a $50,000 Keno prize. The government employee, a loyal Maryland Lottery player for over 30 years, placed an 8-spot Keno bet at Eastern Avenue BP in Mt. Rainier. The winning numbers—4, 14, 24, 34, 44, 54, 64, and 74—came up in three consecutive drawings, and the addition of the Super Bonus multiplier boosted his prize to $50,000. “Rich,” who previously won $10,000 playing Keno, realized his latest victory while chatting in a local store. After checking his ticket and seeing…
BALTIMORE, MD — A 30-year-old woman is in stable condition after being shot in the leg Wednesday night in Baltimore’s Northern District. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Greenmont Avenue and 33rd Street. The victim sought treatment at a local hospital, where Southeast District patrol officers responded and initiated an investigation. Northern District Shooting detectives have taken over the case and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or through their website.
EDGEWOOD, MD — A Harford County man’s casual decision to purchase a Pick 5 ticket while watching football turned into a $50,000 win. The Edgewood resident, who rarely plays Pick 5, felt a sudden urge to try his luck after seeing a Lottery commercial during a Sunday football game. Acting on impulse, he headed to Geresbeck’s Bi-Rite in Baltimore, where he sought advice from another player before purchasing a single $1 straight Pick 5 ticket for the August 25 midday drawing. Later that day, the man was stunned when his friend sent him the winning numbers, and they matched his…