CANTON, Ohio — A lucky Pick 5 player scored a $50,417 prize in the Ohio Lottery’s evening drawing on April 3, walking away with a major win after matching all five numbers.
Key Points
- $50,417 winning Pick 5 ticket sold at Circle K in Canton
- Winning numbers were 1-2-3-5-8 in April 3 evening draw
- Winner takes home about $36,000 after taxes
The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K #5618, located at 1212 12th Street NW in Canton. The Ohio Lottery confirmed the ticket matched the winning numbers drawn that evening: 1-2-3-5-8.
Following the standard 28% deduction for state and federal taxes, the ticket holder will receive an estimated $36,000.
Pick 5 continues daily streak of winners
Pick 5 is one of the Ohio Lottery’s daily draw games, with drawings held twice daily — once at 12:29 p.m. and again at 7:29 p.m. — seven days a week.
Officials have not yet identified the winner, who claimed their prize shortly after the drawing.
Education remains key beneficiary of lottery funds
Since its launch in 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed over $33 billion to public education across the state. Additional details on how lottery proceeds benefit local schools and communities can be found at the lottery’s website.