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Connecticut 7-Eleven sells lucky $10K Keno winner

WATERBURY, Conn. — A Connecticut Lottery player scored a $10K Keno prize after a winning ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven in Waterbury.

According to Connecticut Lottery officials, the winning ticket was sold May 20 at 7-Eleven #16151D in Waterbury.

The retailer is located in Thomaston and sold a Keno ticket worth $10,000.

Lottery officials have not released information about the winner or whether the prize has already been claimed.

Keno drawings are held frequently throughout the day in Connecticut, offering players multiple chances to win cash prizes ranging from smaller payouts to larger jackpots.

The winning ticket now places the local 7-Eleven among Connecticut retailers that have recently sold notable lottery-winning tickets.

Officials did not release additional details about the winning play or selected numbers.

Key Points

A $10K Keno ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven tied to Waterbury
The winning ticket was sold May 20 at 7-Eleven #16151D
Connecticut Lottery officials have not identified the winner

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