Columbus resident wins $500,000 prize in Ohio Lottery instant game
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
COLUMBUS – Eugene Guess Jr. visited the Ohio Lottery’s Columbus regional office yesterday to claim a $500,000 prize in the Lottery’s $10 instant game, 50x the Money.
After state and federal tax withholdings, Eugene will receive a check for $355,000.
Eugene purchased his winning ticket from Tobacco Outlet #3, located at 2807 West Broad Street in Columbus. The store receives a $5,000 sales bonus.
The Ohio Lottery is actively seeking winners of all prize levels to share their stories. Players with an interest in telling theirs can contact the Ohio Lottery at www.ohiolottery.com/winners.
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