New Jersey Couple Strikes Second Jackpot in Six Months

A New Jersey couple just cashed in another massive win — this time a $3 million scratch-off jackpot, less than six months after picking up a $1 million prize. Talk about a lucky streak.

The Ocean County pair said their ritual is simple:

• Buy a few tickets at the start of each month

• Wait until the kids are asleep

• Turn scratching into a fun competition

“We can’t really get out much with the kids,” the husband said, “so this is our little game. We usually at least break even.”

He knew something huge was unfolding before he even passed the ticket over. His wife took one look, put it to her chest, and screamed. Ten seconds later, they were both laughing in disbelief.

Their winning ticket, Jackpot Millions, came from the Fischer Bay Exxon — the same spot where they previously bought the $1,000,000 Ultimate Spectacular ticket that changed their lives the first time.

New Jersey Lottery Director James Carey summed it up best: you only need one ticket to win big — but apparently two doesn’t hurt.

With two kids and a third on the way, the couple said this life-changing cash will go straight toward taking care of their growing family.