Lottery players in Arizona are urged to check their tickets as unclaimed prizes totaling over $400,000 are set to expire, with some deadlines as early as January 15, 2024. If you’ve tried your luck recently, you might be holding a winning ticket, including two $50,000 Powerball prizes, with one expiring this month and another in February. The Arizona Lottery emphasizes the urgency of checking tickets, offering winners until June 2024 to claim their prizes, either in person or by mail.
Race Against Time for Powerball Winners
Among the unclaimed prizes are two $50,000 Powerball wins, raising concerns as one of these winning tickets is poised to expire on January 15. Players are encouraged to scrutinize their tickets, and the urgency is emphasized by the impending deadlines.
The second $50,000 Powerball ticket, sold at the Los Altos Ranch Market in Phoenix, faces expiration on February 1. The Arizona Lottery advises winners to act promptly, providing options for claiming prizes either in person at designated offices or through the mail.
Various unclaimed prizes, extending through June 2024, heighten the need for players to verify their tickets. The lottery emphasizes the importance of timely claims, requiring essential documentation for those opting to claim prizes in person.
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Unclaimed Mega Millions and More
In a related story, an Arizona resident is yet to claim a Mega Millions prize of $1 million, with a looming expiration date of June 30. Another $1 million ticket from Pennsylvania faces expiration on February 4, one year after its sale.
While some prizes await their rightful claimants, a fortunate lady celebrated becoming the first Powerball winner of 2024, securing $1 million. Her timely claim stands in contrast to the unclaimed prizes, underscoring the varied fortunes in the world of lottery winnings.
The urgency surrounding expiring prizes serves as a reminder for lottery enthusiasts to regularly check their tickets, ensuring they don’t miss out on potential windfalls. As deadlines approach, the Arizona Lottery encourages swift action to claim prizes and turn dreams into reality.
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