Ocean county winner hits nearly $2 million cash 5 prize
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Ocean County winner hits nearly $2 million Cash 5 prize

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December 12, 2024

TRENTON, N.J. — An Ocean County player struck gold on Dec. 6, matching all five numbers in the New Jersey Lottery’s Cash 5 game to win a $1,883,824 jackpot.

The winning ticket was sold at Silverton Buyrite on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. The retailer will receive a $2,000 bonus for selling the life-changing ticket. The winning numbers were 07, 21, 28, 31, and 38, with an XTRA number of 02.

The winner discovered the news days later while working and checking emails. After retrieving the ticket and confirming the numbers, they realized they had won, describing the experience as emotional and overwhelming.

The winner plans to use the money to buy a house and invest in retirement, marking a dramatic turn in what had been a difficult year.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

As a member of the Shore News Network editorial team, Quigley works closely with public officials, community leaders, first responders, and local organizations to provide factual coverage of breaking news, municipal government, public policy, and events affecting New Jersey residents. Her work highlights both major developments and the local stories that shape communities across the state.

Quigley is committed to responsible journalism, emphasizing accuracy, source verification, and transparency in every story she reports. She strives to present information in a clear and accessible manner, helping readers better understand the issues, decisions, and events that impact their daily lives.

Through her work at Shore News Network, Chris Quigley contributes to the organization's mission of providing trusted local news coverage, accountability reporting, and community-focused journalism throughout New Jersey.

Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

Experience and interests: Criminal Justice, Business, Animal Care, Entertainment, Lottery News, Local News

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