$50,000 Surprise! Ohio Man Wins Big on the Wrong Lottery Ticket

An Ohio man scored a big win after a funny mix-up at the lottery counter.

Ron, from Malaga, planned to buy a Mega Millions ticket at the Walmart on Valley Plaza Drive in St. Clairsville—thanks to a nudge from his brother-in-law. But when he scanned his ticket, he realized he’d accidentally purchased one for the Feb. 5 evening Pick 5 drawing instead.

Turns out, that “wrong” ticket hit big. With the numbers 3-0-9-5-7, Ron walked away with a $50,000 prize!

He plans to share the joy by donating some winnings to his church and treating his grandchildren. Talk about a happy accident!