Lucky Strike in Pittsburgh: $1 Million Scratch-Off Sold at Local Gas Station

A Jumbo Bucks Scratch-Off ticket worth $1 million was sold this week at a gas station in Allegheny County, making one lucky player an instant millionaire.

The winning ticket was purchased at Fueland, located at 1927 Brownsville Road in Pittsburgh, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery. As a reward, the retailer will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the top-prize ticket.

Jumbo Bucks is a $10 scratch-off game featuring five $1 million top prizes. Players win by matching any of their numbers to those displayed at the top of the ticket, revealing the corresponding prize amount underneath.

It’s important to note that Scratch-Off prizes must be claimed within one year from the game’s official end-sale date. Winners are urged to sign the back of their ticket immediately and contact the Lottery at 800-692-7481.

The Lottery reminds players that all Scratch-Off tickets are randomly distributed. No one—including store owners or officials—knows where winning tickets will land.

Also, any lottery prize over $5,000 will be subject to withholding taxes, as required by law.