BALTIMORE, Md. — A St. Mary’s County resident known as “Mystery Man” has claimed his second major Maryland Lottery prize after winning $50,000 on a Lots of Cash scratch-off ticket, officials announced Wednesday.
The longtime player previously won $100,000 several years ago and returned to Lottery headquarters on July 16 to claim his latest prize. He purchased the $5 ticket at St. Mary’s Gas Station on Colton Point Road in Clements after using part of a $20 win on gas.
“When I scratched the ticket, I lost my breath for a second,” he said, calling the moment “blissful” and reminiscent of his first big win.
“Mystery Man” plans to use the money to pay off bills and assist family members. He said he will continue playing, hoping lightning might strike a third time.
St. Mary’s Gas Station will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. This marks the fifth top prize claimed in the Lots of Cash game since its launch in June 2024.