OHIO — A man in Groveport is celebrating a $50,000 lottery win after playing a scratch-off ticket, according to the Ohio Lottery.
Officials said the winner purchased a VIP Millions scratch-off ticket at a Certified Oil gas station located on Main Street in Groveport. After scanning the ticket, the man initially believed he had won $500,000, but later realized the prize amount was $50,000.
After state and federal taxes totaling 26.75%, the winner will receive approximately $36,625.
According to lottery officials, the man plans to use the winnings to pay off his new truck.
VIP Millions is a $50 scratch-off game that offers players a chance at top prizes of $40,000 per year for 25 years. As of late March, multiple top prizes remain available.
The Ohio Lottery reports it has contributed more than $34 billion to education across the state since 1974.
