A Moore County guy scoops $2 million recently in scratch off lottery
Toy McLeod of Aberdeen took a chance on a $20 scratch-off and won a $2 million prize. He bought his lucky 100X The Cash ticket from the Speedway on N.C. 5 in Aberdeen.
When McLeod arrived on Tuesday to collect his winnings, he could choose to receive the prize as an annuity of $100,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $1.2 million.
He chose the lump sum of $1.2 million and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home $858,006.
The winning ticket has sparked a wave of excitement and speculation within the community, as neighbors and friends eagerly try to uncover the identity of the fortunate winner.
The unexpected windfall promises to be life-changing for the lucky resident, who can now look forward to a brighter and more prosperous future.
Lottery officials encourage the winner to come forward, validate their ticket, and begin the process of claiming their substantial prize.
