Baltimore, MD – A Michigan-born Baltimore resident said he was “floored” after discovering he won $50,000 playing Powerball, ending a lottery streak that spanned more than three decades without a major prize.
The Maryland Lottery announced the win after the man claimed his prize Tuesday at lottery headquarters in Baltimore. The business manager, who has lived in the city for years, said he scanned his ticket and was stunned by what he saw.
“It was a huge shock,” he said when claiming the prize. “I’ve never won more than $140 playing the lottery all these years, so when I scanned it and saw how much I won, I was floored.”
The winner said he regularly plays jackpot games such as Powerball and Mega Millions, gravitating toward drawings with large top prizes. Although he said he never expected to land a significant payout, he described the timing of the win as meaningful.
“A few weeks before I won, I prayed for $50,000,” he said. “I wanted to be able to help my four kids, who are all in college.”
He said the prize money will help relieve financial pressure as his children pursue their education. While grateful for his career, he noted the additional funds will allow him to provide added support.
- Baltimore resident wins $50,000 Powerball prize
- Ticket claimed at Maryland Lottery headquarters
- Winner plans to use funds to support four college-aged children
Lottery officials said the winning ticket was purchased at The News Stand, located at 6901 Security Boulevard in Windsor Mill. Retailers receive a bonus for selling winning tickets.
The winner said he plans to continue playing and hopes for another opportunity in the future. Additional updates on jackpots and winners can be found through regional Maryland lottery news outlets as drawings continue.
