A Hyattsville resident and avid scratch-off player was surprised to find himself the winner of a $50,000 prize from a $20 bingo-themed scratch-off game called Bonus Bingo X20. The Prince George’s County resident made this fortunate discovery while purchasing beverages at Shell Food Mart in Adelphi, and decided to give the game a try despite not being a frequent bingo player.
The lucky winner, a healthcare worker, initially had doubts about the game but decided to include it in his purchases. After scratching off the ticket, he was met with a message that hinted at possibly winning the $50,000 prize. The disbelief soon turned to excitement as he confirmed his win by visiting multiple scanners at the store and leaving with the realization that he had secured the largest Lottery prize he had ever received.
Having only shared the news with a friend who accompanied him to claim the prize at Lottery headquarters, the winner already has plans for the prize money. Home improvements, specifically a bathroom renovation and driveway enhancement, are on the agenda. While he walks away with the $50,000 jackpot, the Bonus Bingo X20 still offers a top prize of $500,000 along with 22 $10,000 prizes for other players. This scratch-off game has been available at Lottery retailers since August 2020.