Michigan Man Wins $4.57 Million Lotto 47 Jackpot

A 52-year-old Macomb County resident logged into his Lottery account to check his prize notification emails, only to discover he was the winner of the $4.57 million Lotto 47 jackpot! He matched the winning numbers on August 17, and his winning ticket was purchased online at MichiganLottery.com. The lucky player plans to donate to charities, take his family on a vacation, and save the remainder of his winnings.

Key Takeaways:

• The lucky winner matched the winning Lotto 47 numbers: 03-08-27-34-40-43, on August 17.
• The winner purchased his ticket online at MichiganLottery.com.
• The winner chose to remain anonymous.
• He chose to receive his prize as a one-time lump sum payment of about $3.1 million rather than annuity payments for the full amount.
• With his winnings, the player plans to donate to charities, take his family on a vacation, and then save the remainder.
• Each Lotto 47 play costs $1, and players select six numbers from one to 47 for a chance to win a jackpot starting at $1 million.
• Double Play may be added to a Lotto 47 ticket for an additional $1 per play, giving players a second chance to win up to $1.5 million in the nightly Double Play drawing.
• EZMatch may be added to a ticket for a chance to win up to $500 instantly for an additional $1 per game.

Statistics:

• The winner matched the winning numbers to win the $4.57 million Lotto 47 jackpot.
• The winning ticket was purchased online at MichiganLottery.com.
• The winner received a one-time lump sum payment of about $3.1 million.
• Lotto 47 drawings take place on Wednesday and Saturday at 7:29 p.m. local time.
• Tickets may be purchased at a retailer or online until 7:08 p.m. on the day of the drawing.

Sources:

• MI-Lottery