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Belgian €3.5 Million Lotto Winner Found Hours Before Deadline

Lottery officials say in-house systems and staff expertise led them to the ticket-holder.

Overview

  • The ticket from the 14 June 2025 draw was claimed just before the 20‑week cutoff under Belgian rules.
  • The Loterie Nationale said it located the person using its information systems and declined to reveal investigative methods.
  • The winner remained anonymous, told Flemish media they were grateful, and plans include property purchases and holidays.
  • Only limited details were released during the search, including that the person was from the Pays de Waes region in Flanders.
  • No public cheque presentation or retailer identification was provided, and officials noted Belgium frequently records unclaimed winnings, including €4.4 million in 2023.