Ohio player scratches their way to $50k payday — Man holding dollar bills roll, corruption payment, dirty money, financial fraud

Celina, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Celina has claimed a $50,000 prize on the VIP Millions scratch-off, according to officials.

The winning ticket was purchased at Pak a Sak #71, located at 701 Grand Lake Road in Celina. After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately 36,000 dollars.

VIP Millions is a 50-dollar scratch-off game featuring a top prize of 40,000 dollars a year for 25 years. As of April 29, 38 top prizes remain unclaimed, in addition to many other cash prizes.

Key points:

$50,000-winning ticket sold at Pak a Sak #71 in Celina
Winner to receive approximately 36,000 dollars after taxes
38 top prizes still remain in VIP Millions game

VIP Millions continues to deliver major prizes statewide

The Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions game has become a popular choice for high-stakes scratch-off players. With a wide range of prize levels and significant top-tier payouts, it continues to attract winners across the state.

Winners are encouraged to sign their tickets immediately and claim prizes promptly. All scratch-off games have specific deadlines for redemption.

Lottery supports Ohio education through ticket sales

Since 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed more than 33 billion dollars to public education. A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold goes toward supporting schools, student services, and state-funded education initiatives.

More information about this and other Ohio Lottery scratch-off games is available at www.ohiolottery.com.

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