Joseph Wheat

Longtime lottery player Joseph Wheat of Bogalusa was watching the Lotto drawing on January 3 when he saw his numbers called and realized he had matched all six to win the $775,000 jackpot. Joseph said he immediately called his wife to come home to check his numbers. 

Joseph, who usually plays Pick 3 and rarely misses a drawing, said the moment was exciting. After claiming his prize, he took home $565,750 after taxes. He plans to use part of his winnings to pay off some debt and put the rest away for his children and grandchildren. A win like this is a wonderful way to start the new year. Congratulations, Joseph!