A Cincinnati woman scored a top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off, choosing a $500,000 cash payout over the game’s $40,000-a-year-for-25-years option.
After mandatory federal and state taxes of 28 percent, she will receive $360,000.
The winning ticket was purchased at Ameristop Food Mart at 3385 Springdale Road in Cincinnati. VIP Millions is a $50 scratch-off game, and as of July 31, 30 top prizes remain.
The Ohio Lottery said it has contributed more than $33 billion to education since its inception in 1974.
Key Points
- Cincinnati woman won the top VIP Millions prize and chose a $500,000 lump sum
- After taxes, she will take home $360,000
- The winning ticket was sold at Ameristop Food Mart on Springdale Road