Somerset county player hits $85k lottery jackpot — ID 905136 © Eti Swinford | Dreamstime.com

BRIDGEWATER, N.J. — A Somerset County lottery player struck it big Wednesday evening, claiming the full $85,280 Jersey Jackpot in the Fast Play Progressive game.

The $20 winning ticket was purchased at Food Market, located at 490 State Route 28 in Bridgewater. The jackpot reset to its base level of $10,000 immediately after the win.

Fast Play Progressive tickets offer players an instant outcome and a shot at growing jackpots without needing to wait for a drawing. Winning tickets are available at any New Jersey Lottery retailer.

The Jersey Jackpot is one of the Garden State’s most popular Fast Play offerings, giving players the chance to win significant cash prizes with each play.

Retailer cashes in on big win

Food Market, where the winning ticket was sold, is now part of the growing list of New Jersey retailers responsible for major payouts in the Fast Play series.

For more information on the Fast Play Progressive games, players are encouraged to visit the New Jersey Lottery’s official website.

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