BALTIMORE, MD – A Prince George’s County school bus driver said a routine lunch break turned into a $50,000 payday after he picked up a scratch-off ticket following his morning route.
The Suitland resident had just finished delivering his last group of students when he stopped for lunch and noticed a lottery retailer nearby. A regular scratch-off player, he decided to purchase a $10 50X the Cash ticket, a game that debuted January 9.
He told Maryland Lottery officials that he chose the ticket because it was new. In the past, he said, trying a new game once brought him a $600 win. This time, the result was far bigger.
After returning to his car and scratching the ticket, he uncovered a $50,000 prize. He described the moment as a shock, saying the win was completely unexpected.
Second-tier prize claimed in District Heights
The winning ticket was purchased at Lucky Lottery, located at 6029 Marlboro Pike in District Heights. He claimed the prize Wednesday at Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore.
Lottery officials said he is the second player to claim one of the game’s $50,000 second-tier prizes. The 50X the Cash game still features eight additional $50,000 prizes and six $100,000 top prizes remaining.
• Prince George’s County bus driver won $50,000
• Ticket purchased in District Heights after lunch stop
• Game still has eight $50,000 prizes and six $100,000 prizes remaining
The winner did not disclose specific plans for the money but said the surprise win made the lunch break one he will not forget.
