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NEWINGTON, CT — A lucky player in Newington struck it rich with a winning Diamond 7s scratch-off ticket, claiming a prize of $77,777, Connecticut Lottery officials confirmed Wednesday.

The ticket was purchased at 7-Eleven store #11479A in Newington on June 4. The Diamond 7s game is known for its distinctive top prize of $77,777 and has become a popular choice among players looking for high payouts from mid-range ticket prices.

The winner’s identity has not yet been released, and it is unclear whether the prize has been claimed. Connecticut law allows lottery winners to claim through a trust for privacy purposes.

The 7-Eleven retailer is expected to receive a bonus for selling the winning ticket, although the Connecticut Lottery has not disclosed the bonus amount for this prize level.

Diamond 7s adds to Connecticut’s growing list of jackpot wins

The Diamond 7s scratch-off continues to produce top-prize winners across the state. Updated game information and prize availability can be found at ctlottery.org.

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