Louisville Local Clears Debt with Staggering Lottery Windfall

In an unexpected twist of fortune, a simple grocery run became a life-changing event for a Louisville resident. The Kentucky Lottery announced that by adding a scratch-off ticket to his purchase, this man found himself $150,000 wealthier.

Charles Stallard, the lucky winner, selected a $5 50X The Cash ticket during a routine shopping trip on February 9th. Initially, Stallard thought little of the ticket until he used a coin to scratch off the surface, revealing the coveted 50X symbol – a multiplier promising a substantial boost to his winnings.

Describing his initial reaction, Stallard admitted, “I was relieved.” Expecting a modest win, he was astonished as he continued to scratch: “When I saw $3,000, tears started to flow.” To his disbelief, Stallard had hit the jackpot, securing the maximum prize offered by 50X The Cash: $150,000.

The thrill of victory left Stallard on edge all weekend, eager to claim his fortune come Monday. After settling a $42,000 tax bill, he was left with $108,000 – a sum he promptly used to liberate himself from debt. “For the first time in my life, I’m not in debt,” he shared, expressing a desire to revisit his passion for fishing, a hobby paused due to a non-operational boat.

What are the chances of such a win? The odds of snagging a prize with 50X The Cash stand at 1 in 3.68, with the top prize odds contingent on the number of tickets sold, per the Kentucky Lottery’s statement. Stallard’s story not only highlights an extraordinary stroke of luck but also showcases the transformative potential of a single lottery ticket.