BALTIMORE, MD- A 50-year-old player from Waldorf, Maryland, claimed a remarkable $50,000 prize in the midday Pick 5 drawing held on May 26. This lucky individual attributed their success to a unique strategy centered around following trends.
The player revealed that they maintained a list of preferred numbers, which encompassed significant dates such as birthdays, license plates, and other notable figures. Among these selections was the number 37008, which had become a regular part of their rotation.
Their intuition proved to be spot-on, as their number of choice, 37008, was indeed drawn on the following day. Thanks to placing a $1 straight bet on the ticket, the player secured the coveted top prize of $50,000.
With a smile, the winner expressed their excitement, stating, “I was excited, but I had a feeling since my numbers were close to coming out.”
Currently employed as a security officer, the lucky winner intends to utilize the prize money to make a down payment on a house, further enhancing their future prospects. The winning ticket was purchased from Food Lion #2547, conveniently located at 191 St. Patricks Drive in Charles County. As a token of appreciation, the Waldorf grocery store will receive a $500 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for its contribution to this extraordinary win.