PHILADELPHIA, PA — A single Fast Play ticket purchased at a neighborhood grocery store has delivered a massive $798,244 payday to one lucky player in Philadelphia.
The winning Deep Pockets ticket was sold at Mason Grocery, located at 353 Lyceum Avenue, on Thursday, May 1. The store will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery.
Deep Pockets is a $20 Fast Play game featuring progressive top prizes that start at $350,000 and increase with each ticket sold until the jackpot is hit. Unlike traditional scratch-offs, Fast Play tickets print on demand and deliver instant results without the need to wait for a drawing.
The identity of the ticket holder has not been released. Players who win top prizes are encouraged to sign the back of the ticket immediately and contact the Pennsylvania Lottery at 1-800-692-7481.
All lottery prizes over $5,000 are subject to applicable tax withholdings. Fast Play prizes must be claimed within one year of the ticket’s purchase date.