Claude Banks III, a resident of Elizabeth City, North Carolina, hit the jackpot with a $2 Powerball ticket, securing a remarkable $1 million prize. Banks’s stroke of luck unfolded on Monday, as reported by the NC Education Lottery.
Ticket Purchase at Zoom In
Banks purchased his winning Quick Pick ticket from Zoom In, located on South Hughes Boulevard in Elizabeth City. This store has now become synonymous with his extraordinary win.
Odds Defied: 1 in 11.6 Million
Remarkably, Banks’s ticket perfectly matched the numbers on all five white balls, defying odds calculated at 1 in 11.6 million. This rare alignment catapulted him into the ranks of lottery millionaires.
Claiming the Prize
The fortunate winner wasted no time in claiming his prize, heading to the lottery headquarters in Raleigh on Tuesday. Following the mandatory federal and state tax withholdings, Banks walked away with an impressive $715,001.
Current Powerball Jackpot
As Banks celebrated his windfall, Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot loomed large, standing at a staggering $1.09 billion as an annuity or $527.3 million in cash. This potential jackpot stands as one of the largest in Powerball history, promising life-changing fortunes to any lucky winner.
What’s Next?
For those inspired by Banks’s win, the allure of the lottery remains strong. With odds of winning a Powerball jackpot estimated at 1 in 292 million, the dream of hitting it big continues to captivate players across the nation.
Where to Find Lottery Results
Curious about the latest lottery numbers? DIFFERENT NEWS OUTLET 8 broadcasts Mega Millions at 11 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday, while Powerball draws air at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Additionally, the NC Lottery results are available at 11:22 p.m. nightly.
For those who prefer online access, lottery results can be found on the DIFFERENT NEWS OUTLET 8 website, offering convenience for eager players awaiting their shot at fortune.
As the anticipation builds and dreams of jackpot wins dance in the minds of players, Banks’s story serves as a reminder that sometimes, against incredible odds, luck truly does shine.
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