Twin $50K Powerball tickets sold in Bronx and Brooklyn spark double win
New York, NY — Two lottery players in different corners of New York City matched winning numbers in the same drawing, each landing a $50,000 Powerball prize from tickets sold in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
The New York Lottery confirmed the third-prize-winning tickets were sold at Bartow Total Liquors, located at 2057 Bartow Avenue in the Bronx, and Leonardo Mini-Market Corp, located at 349 Ridgewood Avenue in Brooklyn. Each ticket is worth $50,000 from the April 11 Powerball drawing.
Both winners matched four of the five white balls plus the Powerball number to secure the third-tier prize.
Powerball numbers are drawn from a pool of one through 69, while the red Powerball is selected separately from a field of one through 26. Drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m.
Officials did not release details about the ticket holders.
The New York Lottery reported it contributed $3.6 billion during the fiscal year to support public schools across the state, maintaining its status as the largest lottery system in North America.
Support services remain available for individuals experiencing gambling-related issues through the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or by texting HOPENY to 467369.
Key Points
- Two $50,000 Powerball tickets sold in Bronx and Brooklyn
- Winning tickets from April 11 drawing matched four numbers plus Powerball
- Tickets purchased at Bartow Total Liquors and Leonardo Mini-Market