Baton Rouge Woman Claims Lotto Jackpot from March 7 Drawing
Arikol's husband usually purchases the couple's Louisiana Lotto tickets, but Arikol made the purchase herself this time. Straying from routine paid off, as Arikol purchased the jackpot-winning ticket. Arikol's husband jokingly assured Lottery employees there is no spousal rivalry, as he had his own winning ticket from a recent Lotto drawing, matching three numbers to win $3.
Winn Dixie Store #1467 on Old Hammond Highway in Baton Rouge sold Arikol her winning ticket and will receive $10,050, which is 1 percent of the prize, for the sale. The winning numbers for the March 7 Lotto drawing were 05-19-27-28-32-35.
After federal and state taxes were withheld, Arikol received $703,528.
Lottery ticket purchasers must be at least 21 years of age. Draw-style game tickets must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing. Anyone who may have a gambling problem or friends and family of anyone with a gambling problem should call toll free 1-877-770-7867 for help. For security purposes, the Lottery strongly encourages players to sign the back of their tickets immediately after purchasing.