Curious about who won the Mega Millions? Look no further. After an intense three-month wait, Mega Millions has finally found its lucky winner, walking away with an estimated $560 million in cash. The burning question now on everyone’s mind is, who’s the fortunate soul who clinched this astronomical sum and how did they buy lottery tickets? Here’s everything we know.
Who won the $560 million Mega Millions on June 4?
According to New York Post, an anonymous individual won the staggering $560 million jackpot on June 4.
The Mega Million winning ticket was purchased in Illinois. According to the New York Post report, Illinois is one of the few states in the USA that grants winners the option to keep their identity hidden if they strike it rich with sums exceeding $250,000.
As per ABC7 Chicago, in order to join the Mega Millions frenzy, one must invest at least $2 per play. Players must choose five numbers from the white ball pool, numbered 1 to 75, and a gold Mega ball pool, numbered 1 to 25. In order to win the jackpot, all numbers must match the winning combination. The Illinois winner got all the correct numbers – 19, 37, 40, 63, 69, and 17.
Now, the winner can claim $560 million in annual installments or opt for a one-time payout of $264 million.
Where was the winning ticket for Mega Millions sold?
The Illinois player bought the ticket online via the Illinois Lottery website, as per Mega Millions.
What makes this a groundbreaking moment is that it’s the first time someone got the Mega Millions ticket online and bagged a fortune. Usually, the tickets are sold across 45 states in the United States. One can purchase them at gas stations, convenience stores, and other on-site places.
