Maryland school employee wins $50k after playing lucky family numbers
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Maryland school employee wins $50K after playing lucky family numbers

Cheltenham, Md. — A longtime Maryland Lottery player struck gold after his trusted set of numbers, inspired by his father’s license plate, delivered a $50,000 Pick 5 win.

Jorge Vasquez, Jr., a Prince George’s County school employee, purchased his winning ticket at The Liquor Junction on Crain Highway for the March 6 midday and evening drawings. When he checked the results at home, he immediately recognized the lucky numbers.

Overcome with emotion, he sat next to his father, Jorge Sr., and shared the news that the same numbers they had played for over a decade had finally paid off.

Jorge plans to use his winnings to pay bills and help a family member purchase a home. The Liquor Junction, which sold the winning ticket, will receive a $500 bonus.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

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