Toledo, Ohio – A lucky Ohio resident named Robert has won the top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s $1,000,000 Cashword scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at S&G #35, a retail store located at 4810 Suder Avenue in Toledo.
Instead of receiving the full prize over time, Robert selected the cash option of $500,000. After federal and state taxes were deducted, he will take home $360,000.
“Robert won the $1,000,000 top prize on the Ohio Lottery Scratch-Off, $1,000,000 Cashword. He chose the cash option of $500,000. After state and federal taxes, he will take home $360,000.”
The $1,000,000 Cashword is a $20 scratch-off ticket offering a top prize structured as $40,000 a year for 25 years. As of August 19, there are still two top prizes left to be claimed.
The Ohio Lottery continues to be a major supporter of public education across the state. Since its inception in 1974, the lottery has contributed more than $33 billion to education initiatives. For more details about the Ohio Lottery and how it supports schools and students, visit www.ohiolottery.com/supportingeducation.
