Kentucky player crosses into Ohio and hits $300K lottery jackpot

December 12, 2025

Kentucky man wins $300K Ohio Lottery prize on ticket bought in Aberdeen

Aberdeen, OH – A Crockett, Kentucky man claimed a $300,000 top prize from the Ohio Lottery’s Mystery Multiplier scratch-off game this week after purchasing the lucky ticket at a store in Aberdeen.

The $10 winning ticket was sold at River Crossing, located at 2530 US Route 52. After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 27.125%, the winner will receive $218,625.

Mystery Multiplier is a popular $10 instant ticket game offering several prize tiers, including top prizes of $300,000. As of Thursday, five top prizes remain unclaimed.

River Crossing, the retailer that sold the ticket, is eligible for a sales bonus from the Ohio Lottery.

The win contributes to the Ohio Lottery’s broader mission, which has generated more than $34 billion in funding for education since 1974.

Key Points

  • A man from Crockett, KY won $300,000 on a Mystery Multiplier scratch-off ticket
  • The winning ticket was purchased at River Crossing in Aberdeen, Ohio
  • The winner will take home $218,625 after taxes, with five top prizes still remaining
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