Man Chooses $1 Million Lump Sum Over Lifetime Payments in CASH4LIFE Lottery Game
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A fortunate man recently became the recipient of a jackpot by participating in the Florida Lottery’s CASH4LIFE lottery game. Instead of opting for $1,000 weekly payments for a lifetime, the winner, identified as Geetal Patel, from Cape Canaveral, decided to receive a lump sum of $1 million.
On June 6, the 43-year-old Patel collected his winnings and chose to receive a single cash payment, passing up the opportunity to receive an ongoing $1,000 per week for life, as offered by the game’s rules, according to the Florida Lottery.
Patel purchased the winning Quick-Pick ticket at the Shivm Food & General Store in Cape Canaveral on January 7. He was thrilled when he discovered his victory and made the decision to take the lump sum option.
CASH4LIFE is a popular game available in 10 states, where players have the chance to win two different lifetime payout prizes: $1,000 per day for life or $1,000 per week for life.
To participate, players must purchase a $2 ticket and match the five white balls and the Cash Ball to win one of the top prizes.
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