West Haven man wins $25K Cashword prize from ticket bought at Krauszers
West Haven, CT – A quick stop at a neighborhood convenience store turned into a $25,000 payday for John G, who scored a top-tier win on the Connecticut Lottery’s popular $250,000 Cashword scratch-off game.
The winning ticket was purchased on August 25 at Krauszers Food Store in West Haven, according to lottery officials. John G revealed one of the game’s $25,000 prizes, making him one of the most recent big winners of the Cashword series, a crossword-style scratch-off that has long been a favorite among players.
Krauszers Food Store, which sold the lucky ticket, may also benefit from increased business following the win. Retailers receive bonuses from the lottery when they sell winning tickets of significant value.
The $250,000 Cashword game offers multiple prize tiers, including several $25,000 wins and a jackpot prize of $250,000. Winners have 180 days from the game’s official end date to claim their prize.
Lottery officials encourage all players to check their tickets carefully and sign the back immediately to secure ownership before claiming.
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Key Points
- John G of West Haven won $25,000 on a $250,000 Cashword scratch-off ticket
- The winning ticket was purchased at Krauszers Food Store in West Haven on August 25
- Connecticut Lottery winners have 180 days from the game’s end date to claim prizes