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Wayne County Man Wins $2 Million on $20 100X Scratch-Off Bought on a Whim

He took a one-time payout of about $1.3 million, intending to save it.

Overview

  • The winning ticket was purchased at Fleck's Fresh Mart on Michigan Avenue in Canton, according to lottery officials.
  • The winner, a 32-year-old Wayne County resident, chose to remain anonymous.
  • He asked his mother to verify the ticket after matching number 11 with "$2MIL," saying the win didn't feel real at first.
  • Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli publicly congratulated the player for the life-changing win.
  • The $20 100X game launched in January; players have won more than $68 million, with over $34 million in prizes still available, including one remaining $2 million top prize.