A lucky Longview resident wins $3 million in scratch off lottery game

A Longview resident is the newest millionaire in Texas thanks to a scratch-off lottery ticket.

According to the Texas Lottery, the East Texan won $3 million in the scratch ticket game 500X Loteria Spectacular.

Lottery officials say the winning ticket was purchased at Fuel Depo Corner Mart #2, located at 2300 Gilmer Rd., in Longview.

The winner has elected to remain anonymous. "This was the third of four top prizes worth $3 million to be claimed in this game.

500X Loteria Spectacular offers more than $393 million in total prizes," the Texas Lottery said.

"Overall odds of winning any prize in the game are one in 3.20, including break-even prizes."