News Summary
A Raleigh woman, Debra Deloatch, claimed a $200,000 lottery prize after purchasing a scratch-off ticket called ‘5 Times Lucky.’ She received $143,501 after taxes. The game, which launched in July, has three top prizes still available, offering more chances for local players to win. The lottery remains a popular option for entertainment and potential winnings in North Carolina, highlighting the impact of such games for residents.
Raleigh Resident Wins $200,000 on Scratch-Off Ticket
Raleigh, North Carolina — A local woman recently claimed a substantial lottery prize after purchasing a scratch-off ticket in Raleigh. The winner, identified as Debra Deloatch, turned her small investment into a significant payout when her scratch-off ticket revealed the top prize of $200,000.
Details of the Win
Ms. Deloatch bought a 5 Times Lucky scratch-off ticket for $5 from K&B Sabri Inc. on Poole Road in Raleigh. Upon scratching the ticket, she discovered that she was the holder of the top prize of $200,000. Her lucky find was confirmed when she claimed her prize at the lottery headquarters in Raleigh on a recent Friday.
Tax Deductions and Final Payout
Following state and federal tax withholdings, Ms. Deloatch received a total of $143,501. This amount reflects the standard deductions applied to large lottery winnings, which are subject to federal and state income taxes. While the full prize was $200,000 before taxes, the after-tax figure is the amount she ultimately received.
The Game and Remaining Prizes
The 5 Times Lucky game, which launched in July, features five top prizes of $200,000. As of this reporting, three of those top prizes remain unclaimed, leaving additional opportunities for other players to win similar jackpots with the game still active in the state.
Background on the Game
The 5 Times Lucky scratch-off game debuted in July and has garnered attention due to its high top prize and multiple remaining jackpots. The game is available at various retail locations across North Carolina and offers players the chance to win up to five times their stake on a single ticket for a chance at the top prize.
State and Nationwide Context
Lottery scratch-off tickets are popular across the nation, providing a quick and simple way for players to potentially win large sums of money. North Carolina’s lottery system frequently releases new scratch-off games, and winners such as Ms. Deloatch underscore the real-life impact of these games for players. As the remaining top prizes in the 5 Times Lucky game are still available, other residents may have chances at winning significant amounts in the future.
Summary
In summary, a woman in Raleigh turned a $5 investment into a $200,000 prize after purchasing a scratch-off ticket. The winner received $143,501 after taxes, and the game still offers multiple chances for other players to claim one of the remaining top prizes. The lottery continues to be a popular form of entertainment and potential winnings for North Carolina residents.
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- NC Lottery News: Raleigh Woman Snags $200,000 Scratch-Off Prize
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- Star News Online: Wilmington NC Man Wins Big in Lottery
- ABC11: NC Lottery Winner Wins $1M Prize
- WRAL: Willow Spring Man Wins $10 Million Scratch-Off
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Lottery
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: North Carolina Lottery
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