SILVER SPRING, MD — A monumental win has been secured by a Silver Spring local who claimed the first $5 million top prize from the Maryland Lottery’s $50 scratch-off game, $5,000,000 Cash. This victory, achieved on March 11, marks an exceptional moment for the winner, surpassing her previous high of a $500 lottery win.
The $5,000,000 Cash game, which launched on February 19, quickly ascended to the top of the Lottery’s Top 40 Scratch-offs list. It features not only the colossal $5 million top prize but also secondary high-tier rewards at the $100,000 and $10,000 levels. To date, significant interest has been shown, with all top $5 million prizes still up for grabs except for the one just claimed.
The Montgomery County woman, an avid scratch-off player, expressed her astonishment at the win and is contemplating starting a business with her newfound wealth. Despite the life-changing sum, she intends to continue playing scratch-offs.
The winning ticket was purchased at Great Plaza Liquor in District Heights, which will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning scratch-off. This significant win is the third $5 million prize awarded by the Maryland Lottery on a scratch-off game and underscores the popularity and potential of the Lottery’s offerings, including the landmark 50 Years! game that celebrated the Lottery’s 50th anniversary.