OHIO — A Columbus man is celebrating a big win after hitting the top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 25X scratch-off ticket.
James, who purchased the winning $5 ticket at United Food Mart on South High Street, said he chose his ticket on a whim after seeing another customer select one from a nearby bin.
He picked his from the other bin — a choice that paid off in a big way.
“I started scratching and the first spot was $10,000, and it kept going and going,” James said. The final prize totaled $150,000.
After mandatory state and federal taxes totaling 28 percent, James will take home $108,000.
He plans to use the money to buy a new car for his wife, make home improvements, and take a well-earned vacation.
The Monopoly Bonus Spectacular 25X offers a top prize of $150,000. As of April 11, eight top prizes remain.
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