LANHAM, MD – A resident of Lanham, Maryland, marked the start of 2024 with a significant lottery win, securing $50,000 from the Bonus Match 5 game. This victory positions her as the first major winner of the year in this category.
During the January 3 draw, the woman, a retiree, discovered her fortune. Her realization dawned as she matched the first two numbers on her ticket, eventually confirming all five winning numbers. The draw’s winning sequence was 9, 12, 18, 31, and 35, with 37 as the Bonus Ball.
The winner, who previously relied on personal number selection, recently switched to the quick-pick option. This change in strategy led to her substantial win. She expressed her joy and surprise, noting the lack of success with her previously chosen numbers.
With plans to pay bills and share her winnings with family, the winner, who enjoys line dancing, purchased her lucky ticket at Safeway #0107 on Greenbelt Road in Prince George’s County. The store will receive a $500 bonus for selling the top-prize ticket.