Dundalk, MD – A simple desire for a cup of coffee turned into an extraordinary stroke of luck for a retired police officer from Dundalk, who won an impressive $50,036 playing Keno. The winner, going by the alias “Mark’s Friend,” stumbled upon his windfall at the Rosedale Shell, Express Mart, and Dunkin’ Donuts in Baltimore.
“Mark’s Friend” has been a loyal Maryland Lottery player for over twenty years. He started with scratch-offs before switching to Keno after a significant $5,000 win. Known for his superstitions, he selects numbers based on family birthdays and significant dates related to his wife.
On July 3, during a routine coffee stop, he purchased an 8-spot Keno ticket with the Super Bonus option for 10 drawings. His chosen numbers, imbued with personal significance, hit in the eighth drawing with a 5X Super Bonus, leading to a substantial win.
“I was in disbelief,” he recalled, describing his reaction to the winning numbers. He double-checked his ticket with a store clerk, who confirmed the $50,036 prize. “It’s not every day you win that kind of money,” he said, recounting the moment he rushed home to share the news with his son.
The unexpected windfall will pay off bills, buy Mark’s dream truck, and bolster his savings. “Mark’s Friend” plans to continue playing his lucky numbers, hoping for another big win.
Rosedale Shell, located at 7514 Pulaski Highway in Baltimore, will receive a $500.36 bonus for selling the winning ticket, adding to the excitement of this unexpected jackpot.