Toledo, Ohio – A lucky moment turned into a remarkable payout for a woman in Toledo after a single set of numbers delivered not just one win, but three at once. Playing Ohio Lottery Pick 5 on April 20, 2026, she placed three separate $1 tickets, each carrying the same number combination and each turning into a major prize.
The tickets were purchased at Tamz Mart, located at 505 Eleanor Avenue, where the routine stop quickly became unforgettable. For the midday drawing, the numbers came out as 2-1-7-4-7, matching exactly what she had chosen. What made the selection even more meaningful was the reason behind it. She explained that the numbers came from her mother’s birthday, February 17, 1947, adding a deeply personal touch to the outcome.
A meaningful win brings triple rewards
Each of the three tickets was played as a straight bet, meaning all five numbers had to match in exact order. When they did, each ticket paid out $50,000. That pushed her total winnings to $150,000, a sum that felt both surprising and emotional given the story behind the numbers.
After required state and federal taxes of 26.75%, her final take-home amount comes to $109,875. Even after the deductions, the win remains significant and has already started shaping her plans.
She shared that the money will go toward paying off bills and setting some aside for the future. At the same time, she is still considering how to celebrate the moment and treat herself after the unexpected success.
Pick 5 drawings take place every day, with midday and evening results announced statewide. The odds of matching all five numbers stand at 1 in 100,000, making the triple win even more striking.
