Baltimore, Maryland – George Butcher of Baltimore experienced the wake-up call of a lifetime, discovering he had won $50,000 from a Pick 5 Lottery drawing while checking his ticket post-nap on February 15. The win came from the midday drawing after Butcher, a devoted Lottery player, placed a $1 straight bet on both the February 14 evening and February 15 midday drawings, using the numbers 95636—a sequence inspired by a license plate.
The lucky bet was made at Royal Farms #057 on 100 West Padonia Road in Timonium. Overwhelmed with joy, Butcher couldn’t believe his luck, his shouts of disbelief and happiness echoing from his bedroom. With the winnings, he plans to undertake home renovations, including a new roof, treat his wife to a vacation, and pay off some bills.
Butcher, who prefers playing Powerball or Mega Millions, views playing the Lottery as an enjoyable risk. This recent win, significantly surpassing his previous record prize of $5,000, underscores the thrill and potential payoff of that risk. Royal Farms #057, the retailer that sold the winning ticket, also benefits, receiving a $500 bonus from the Lottery.
