A lucky Pinellas County guy man wins $2 million in scratch off lottery
A Pinellas County man is $2 million richer after playing a $10 scratch-off ticket, according to the Florida Lottery. Danny Pierce, 64, of St. Petersburg claimed the top prize from playing the MONOPOLY DOUBLER scratch-off game.
Pierce will receive his winnings in a one-time, lump-sum payment of $1,597,848. The winning ticket was purchased from Blue Nile Food Market, located at 1600 18th Avenue South in St. Pete.
The retailer will earn $4,000 for selling the ticket. The $10 MONOPOLY DOUBLER features eight top prizes of $2 million and more than $176 million in cash prizes.
Lottery officials encourage the winner to come forward, validate their ticket, and begin the process of claiming their substantial prize.
As the buzz continues to build, residents in Monroe and Milford join in celebrating the extraordinary stroke of luck that has brought joy to one lucky individual.
