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Michigan Man Unknowingly Wins $416,322 in State Lottery

Winner, who initially thought notification was a scam, had been earning entries into the Big Ca$h 2nd Chance Jackpot while playing other online games

  • A 67-year-old man from Kalamazoo County, Michigan, won a $416,322 lottery prize without realizing he had entered the draw.
  • The man had been unknowingly earning entries into the state's Big Ca$h 2nd Chance Jackpot while playing other online games.
  • When he received an email informing him of his win, he initially thought it was a scam as he was unaware of his participation in the draw.
  • The man confirmed his win after calling the Michigan Lottery and plans to share his winnings with his family and bolster his savings.
  • The Big Ca$h 2nd Chance Jackpot, launched in April 2022, has awarded nearly $6 million in progressive prizes so far.
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