Gaithersburg, Maryland – A Lottery player in Montgomery County experienced an exciting win last night, netting a substantial $31,714 progressive jackpot prize in the popular FAST PLAY Gold Fish game.
The FAST PLAY Gold Fish game, a $2 game launched on September 5, 2022, has been a favorite among players, and the recent $31,714 jackpot-winning ticket marks the fifth such win since the game’s inception. The fortunate winner purchased the winning ticket at Giant #192, conveniently located at 18250 Flower Hill Way in Gaithersburg.
Lottery officials advise the lucky winner to promptly sign the back of the ticket and securely store it in a safe location. Winners have 182 days from the date of their win to claim their prize.
For prizes larger than $25,000, players have the option to redeem them either by mail or in person at the Lottery headquarters, situated in the Montgomery Park Business Center at 1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 330 in Baltimore. Please note that the Lottery’s Claims Center in Baltimore operates on an appointment-only basis, with no walk-ins allowed. Players can easily schedule an appointment by visiting the official website.
The FAST PLAY Gold Fish game features a progressive jackpot that commences at $2,500 and grows with each ticket sale until a winning ticket is sold. As of now, there are 15 progressive jackpots yet to be claimed in the game, along with various prizes ranging from $2 to $1,000. Giant #192, the retailer responsible for selling the top-prize winning ticket, will be rewarded with a $317 bonus from the Lottery as a token of appreciation.