A lucky Texan has won the $360 million Mega Millions jackpot from the October 6 drawing, announced Texas Lottery officials. The winning ticket was purchased at a store in San Angelo, Texas. The numbers drawn were 12-24-46-57-66, Mega Ball 22. While the winner has not yet claimed the prize, they chose the cash value option at the time of purchase, estimated at $156.9 million before taxes. Texas Lottery officials are eagerly waiting to meet and congratulate the winner, who has 180 days to claim the prize. This is the largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won by a Texas Lottery player.
This recent jackpot win marks the 14th time a Texas Lottery player has won the Mega Millions jackpot and the first time since September 24, 2019. The previous record had been an advertised $227 million prize. The new jackpot resets to $20 million for the next Mega Millions drawing on October 10. The retailer that sold the winning ticket is also eligible to receive a $1 million retailer bonus.
The Texas Lottery encourages the winner to sign the ticket, keep it in a safe place, seek financial and legal advice, and contact the Texas Lottery before claiming the prize. The executive director of the Texas Lottery expressed excitement about the win and looks forward to meeting the winner. This jackpot win highlights Texas’ history of producing Mega Millions winners and adds to the state’s impressive record in the lottery.
