MIDDLETOWN, PA— A lucky customer in Berks County has hit it big, purchasing a $671,962 winning ticket from the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Strike it Rich game. The winning ticket was sold on Tuesday at Smoke & Vape, a popular retailer located at 4864 Penn Avenue in Reading. As a result of this significant sale, the store will receive a $5,000 bonus.
Strike it Rich, a $20 Fast Play game, is known for its progressive top prizes, which start at $350,000. Unlike traditional lottery games, Fast Play tickets are printed instantly from a sales terminal or vending machine, offering the excitement of a Scratch-Off game without the wait.
Players can easily check if they’ve won by reviewing their ticket, scanning it at any Lottery retailer, or using the Ticket Checker feature on the Pennsylvania Lottery’s Official App. The winner of this top prize is encouraged to sign the back of the ticket immediately and contact the Lottery at 1-800-692-7481 to begin the prize claim process.
Winners have one year from the ticket purchase date to claim their prize. It’s important to note that all lottery winnings over $5,000 are subject to withholding taxes. For more details on how to play and the odds of winning, players can visit the Pennsylvania Lottery’s official website.
