Miguel Villavicencio, a 59-year-old man living in the Hialeah district, won a fortune of one million dollars after buying a Florida ticket.
Villavicencio bought the Gold Rush Doubler ticket at the Oliveira’s Las Cuatro Hermanas supermarket, on East 41 Avenue in Hialeah, making him one of the lucky winners of this scratch-off game.
The supermarket that sold the winning ticket also received a $2,000 bonus. After deciding to collect his prize in cash, Villavicencio had to pay almost 35% in taxes and finally came home with $685,000 net.
Details about Gold Rush Doubler game
The Gold Rush Doubler tickets are a series of “scratch-offs” that put more than $188 million in cash up for grabs. There are already 28 prizes over one million dollars in this series. These games are very popular among Florida residents because they can change their lives immediately with a relatively small investment.
Scratch and win
The scratch-off game is very simple: the player scratches the undiscovered areas of the ticket to see what numbers, symbols or winning combinations they can find. There are specific rules depending on the type of scratch card, and these are written on each one. Some require matching numbers, others certain symbols. From the points of sale, you can withdraw the prize if it is below $600, but if it is above it, you must go to the Florida Lottery offices.
Scratch Off Games in Florida
The probability of winning the FAST LOOT game, which costs one dollar, is one in 77,577,560, and it has a jackpot of $5,000. In other games such as THE CASH WHEEL for five dollars and THE TRIPLE JACKPOT for ten dollars, even larger prizes can be won, because although the odds of winning are extremely low, the generosity of the high figures makes it worthwhile. try it.
During fiscal year 2023-2024, these scratch-off games accounted for 74% of sales. By being remitted to the public education system, these important sources of income have already surpassed the mark of 47 billion dollars provided until then. A part of these funds goes to the Brilliant Balls Plan, which has helped more than 983,000 young people to continue studying in higher education.
Play responsibly
Scratch-off is a game of chance, not a reliable way to win money. The odds of winning a big prize are very low and in the end it’s all random. If you decide to participate, set a budget and don’t spend more than you can lose. If you have a gambling problem, contact the National Council on Problem Gambling or call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. Play responsibly.
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**Interview with Miguel Villavicencio: One Million Dollar Scratch-Off Winner**
**Interviewer:** Good morning, Miguel! Congratulations on your incredible win! Can you tell us a bit about the moment you discovered you had won a million dollars?
**Miguel Villavicencio:** Thank you! It was surreal. I scratched off the ticket at home, and when I saw the winning numbers, I couldn’t believe my eyes. I thought I was dreaming! I had to check it again and again to make sure it was real.
**Interviewer:** That’s amazing! You bought the ticket at Oliveira’s Las Cuatro Hermanas supermarket. How did you decide to pick that location?
**Miguel Villavicencio:** I usually go there because it’s convenient, but I have a good feeling about that store. They always have a nice selection of scratch-offs, and I thought, why not try my luck?
**Interviewer:** It definitely paid off! Now that you’ve won this life-changing amount, what are your plans for the money?
**Miguel Villavicencio:** First, I want to pay off my debts and help out my family. It’s important to me to make sure we’re all secure. After that, I’m thinking about investing some of it for the future. Maybe a little vacation too!
**Interviewer:** Smart choices! I understand you collected your prize in cash; did you have any concerns about the taxes?
**Miguel Villavicencio:** Yes, the taxes hit hard—almost 35% gone just like that! But I’m still grateful for what I have left. It’s a blessing regardless.
**Interviewer:** Absolutely! The Gold Rush Doubler game has already created many winners in Florida. What would you say to others who are thinking about trying their luck?
**Miguel Villavicencio:** I say go for it! But remember, it’s important to play responsibly. It’s all about having fun; you never know when luck might strike!
**Interviewer:** Thanks for sharing your story, Miguel, and enjoy your winnings!
**Miguel Villavicencio:** Thank you! I appreciate it!
