Supermarket stop sparks lottery surprise in connecticut
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Supermarket stop sparks lottery surprise in Connecticut

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February 6, 2026
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Vernon Rockville supermarket sells ten thousand dollar 50X the Cash winner

Vernon Rockville, CT – A Connecticut Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased at a local supermarket has delivered a five-figure prize to a Tolland County player.

Lottery officials confirmed that a winning 50X the Cash ticket worth $10,000 was sold Thursday at Big Y World Class Market #81 in Vernon Rockville. The winner is listed as a Tolland resident, though the individual’s identity has not been released.

The ticket was purchased on February 5. The 50X the Cash game is a popular scratch-off offering multiple prize tiers, including top prizes that can reach significantly higher amounts depending on the ticket.

Connecticut Lottery officials remind players to sign the back of winning tickets and to claim prizes within the time period required under state regulations.

Key Points

  • A $10,000 50X the Cash ticket was sold in Vernon Rockville
  • The winning ticket was purchased at Big Y World Class Market #81
  • The winner is listed as a Tolland resident
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