SILVER SPRING, MD—A long-time Maryland Lottery participant from Silver Spring, known only as “John Doe,” has won a $30,000 prize in the Mega Millions drawing. This significant win marks a high point in his many years of engagement with the lottery.
John Doe has enjoyed a variety of lottery games since the Maryland Lottery began, including scratch-offs, Keno, Racetrax, Mega Millions, and Powerball. He describes lottery play as an enjoyable form of entertainment, particularly as he gets older. His routine involves purchasing tickets each Sunday, which he plays throughout the week.
The winning ticket came from Old World Favorites on International Drive in Silver Spring, where he spent $18 on tickets for the June 11 and June 14 Mega Millions drawings. The win was confirmed when a 3X Megaplier tripled his initial $10,000 third-tier prize from the June 14 drawing.
Despite missing a $3 million second-tier prize by just one number, John Doe and his wife are thrilled with their $30,000 windfall. They plan to use the money to pay bills and fund a European cruise, providing a well-deserved break from the ordinary.
When asked about his future with the lottery, John Doe expressed undiminished enthusiasm. He remains motivated by the near-miss of an even larger prize and intends to continue playing. “It’s fun!” he stated, underscoring the joy he derives from participating in lottery games.