San Diego Resident Wins Mega Millions Jackpot

San Diego Resident Wins Mega Millions JackpotSan Diego Resident Wins Mega Millions Jackpot San Diego, California – A San Diego resident has become an instant multi-millionaire after winning the Mega Millions jackpot, a staggering sum estimated at $426 million. The winning ticket was purchased at a local 7-Eleven convenience store on El Cajon Boulevard. The lucky winner matched all six numbers: 17, 22, 34, 49, and 52, with the Mega Ball number 16. “I’m still in shock,” said the winner, who wishes to remain anonymous. “I couldn’t believe my eyes when I checked the numbers. It’s an incredible feeling.” The California Lottery confirmed the winning ticket and will assist the winner in claiming their prize. The winner has the option of receiving the lump sum payment of $292.3 million before taxes or accepting annual payments over 30 years. The massive jackpot win is the largest in San Diego County history. It is also the second-largest Mega Millions jackpot won in California, after the $522 million prize claimed by a Hemet couple in 2014. The winning store, 7-Eleven, will receive a bonus of $1 million for selling the winning ticket. Customers expressed excitement and congratulated the lucky winner. “We’re so happy for the winner,” said the store manager. “It’s a great feeling to know that we sold the winning ticket that changed someone’s life.” The winner’s plans for the newfound wealth are yet unknown, but they have expressed a desire to share some of their winnings with family, friends, and charitable organizations. The Mega Millions jackpot had been rolling over for several months, with no one claiming the top prize since late April. The jackpot reached its record-breaking amount of $426 million, drawing in players from across the country. The California Lottery advises all lottery winners to sign their tickets immediately, make copies for safekeeping, and seek professional guidance to manage their winnings wisely.