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Ohio man wins $500K on scratch-off ticket: Here's how much he really gets
AMELIA, Ohio (WJW) – A lucky man in southwest Ohio scratched off the top prize on an Ohio Lottery ticket, winning a half-million dollars.
According to the Ohio Lottery, the man recently purchased a $500,000 Cashword ticket at Ohio Pike Marathon in Amelia. After state and federal taxes, totaling 28 percent, he will take home $360,000.
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The winner told the Ohio Lottery he plans to use the winnings to pay off debt and share it with friends and family.
$500,000 Cashword is a $10 scratch-off that has a top prize of $500,000. As of June 5, there are three top prizes remaining in the game. CLICK HERE to learn more about the game and the odds of winning.
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