Gas Station Clerk’s Mistake Leads to $400,000 Lottery Win for Illinois Man
New Buffalo, Michigan – In a remarkable stroke of luck, a 60-year-old man from Illinois has won $25,000 a year for life after a gas station clerk’s mistake. Michael Sopejstal purchased a Lucky for Life lottery ticket at a GoLo gas station in New Buffalo, Michigan, just 70 miles from his hometown of Chicago.
Sopejstal, who frequently visits Michigan, always buys Lucky for Life tickets whenever he is in the area. However, this particular purchase turned out to be life-changing thanks to a simple error made by the clerk. Sopejstal asked for a ticket for 10 draws, but the clerk mistakenly printed a ticket with 10 lines for just one draw.
Little did Sopejstal know that this mistake would turn out to be the best thing that ever happened to him. Instead of receiving his winnings in annual payments, he opted for a lump sum payment of $390,000. With this unexpected windfall, Sopejstal has big plans for the future.
“I am incredibly grateful for this unexpected blessing,” said Sopejstal. “I plan to use the money for travel and savings.”
Lucky for Life is a lottery game that offers players a chance to win prizes ranging from $3 to a lifetime of cash. Michigan Lottery officials are thrilled about Sopejstal’s win and are anticipating the next drawing, which will take place on Monday night.
For those eager to know more about this exciting news, additional information can be obtained by contacting Natalie Neysa Alund at [email protected].
This amazing story proves that even the smallest mistakes can lead to life-changing moments. Sopejstal’s unexpected fortune serves as a reminder to always keep an eye out for extraordinary opportunities, even in the most ordinary places. Whether it’s a gas station, a local store, or even a lottery ticket, who knows what surprises may await.
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