Charlotte man is the first to win $1 million with this lottery ticket
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Charlotte man won big with a new type of lottery ticket, according to the North Carolina Education Lottery.
Christian Smith bought the lucky $10 scratch-off at the Sam's Mart on Johnston Road in Charlotte. He is the first to win the $1 million playing the 50X The Cash.
Taylorsville woman wins $5 million scratch-off lottery prize
Smith was given the option to receive an annuity of $50,000 for 20 years or a $600,000 lump sum. He chose the lump sum and took home $430,503 after taxes.
The 50X The Cash began this week with six $1 million top prizes. Five prizes have yet to be claimed.
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