Five Bucks, a Quick Pick, and a $2 Million Payday for Three Connecticut brothers
It started with a trip to the Stop & Shop on 44 Lake Avenue Ext. in Danbury — where one brother purchased a Mega Millions ticket using the computer to pick the numbers.
The ticket matched all five white balls drawn on October 24: 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56. The original $1 million prize doubled to $2 million thanks to the 2X multiplier. That winning ticket was claimed
three ways, with each brother taking home roughly $666,666. The trio plans to
invest the money.
So how is it that these three brothers can split $2 million three ways? “Our mother would be upset if we didn’t share it,” they joked.
Congratulations to the winners!
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committed to generating revenue for Connecticut in accordance with the highest
standards of public policy and social responsibility.
In fiscal year 2024, players won more than $1 billion in prizes. At the same time, the Connecticut Lottery Corporation returned approximately $387 million to our state’s General Fund — providing critical dollars for essential services like education, public health, public safety, and libraries that strengthen communities across Connecticut.
Since 1972, the Lottery has contributed nearly $12 billion to support our state’s programs and awarded more than $23 billion to lucky winners. That’s a track record of meaningful impact — both for the people who play and the people who benefit from the revenue it generates.
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About the Connecticut Lottery Corporation
The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) is a quasi-public state agency committed to generating revenue for Connecticut in accordance with the highest standards of public policy and social responsibility.
In fiscal year 2025, CLC awarded more than $1.3 billion in prizes, paid $81.9 million in commissions and incentives to its network of more than 2,800 retail partners, and contributed approximately $362 million to the state’s General Fund. Through the General Fund, CT lottery dollars support services and programs that benefit Connecticut residents and communities, including education, public health, public safety, and libraries.
Since 1972, the Lottery has contributed nearly $12 billion for the State of Connecticut.
Lottery purchases are limited to adults age 18 or older. Players must be at least 21 to place sports wagers.Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (@ctlottery). You can also download our apps here.
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