Amesbury man wins $2 million prize on sugar run
Alfred LaRoche claimed his prize after purchasing the $10 ticket from Black Duck Market & Deli on Federal Street in Newburyport. Rather than opting for lifetime weekly payments, LaRoche chose the one-time cash option and received a $2 million payout before taxes.
LaRoche, a carpenter, said his decision to buy the ticket was based on a lucky hunch. Ticket number 19 was on display, and since 19 is his lucky number, he decided to give it a shot. Adding to the superstition, the store clerk even rubbed the ticket for good luck before handing it over to him.
With his winnings, LaRoche plans to build a new cottage, fulfilling a longtime dream. The Black Duck Market & Deli will also benefit from the sale, earning a $26,000 bonus from the Massachusetts State Lottery for selling the winning ticket.
The '$2,500 a Week for Life' game launched on February 18 and offers players a chance at a lifetime prize from a $10 ticket.
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