Massachusetts Residents Strike it Big with $4 Million Scratch Tickets

In an incredible stroke of luck, two Massachusetts residents are celebrating after each purchasing a scratch ticket worth a staggering $4 million. The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission announced on Tuesday that Steven Richard of Barrington, Rhode Island, and Jeremy Bouchard of Erving, Massachusetts, are the lucky winners of these life-changing prizes.

Steven Richard purchased his winning ticket, the "$4,000,000 Bonus Bucks" instant ticket, at the Star Country Store & Deli in Westport. The delighted winner revealed that he often shares scratch tickets with his father over breakfast. Richard didn't scratch the ticket until later in the day when he was taken aback to discover that he had won a grand prize. He has opted to receive a lump-sum payment of $2.6 million and plans to use some of his newfound fortune to travel with his wife.

Jeremy Bouchard, on the other hand, purchased the "$4,000,000 Jumbo Cash" instant ticket at the Sandri Stop Mart in Greenfield. Bouchard stated that he hadn't played this particular game in a while and was astounded by his major win. Like Richard, he has chosen to receive a one-time payment of $2.6 million. With his winnings, Bouchard has exciting plans to buy a house and a car.

The Sandri Stop Mart in Greenfield is also celebrating as they have received a generous $40,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket to Bouchard.

The Massachusetts State Lottery Commission congratulated both Richard and Bouchard on their incredible luck and life-changing wins. The lottery prize serves as a reminder that anyone could be the next fortunate winner, making the purchase of scratch tickets even more thrilling.

The Massachusetts State Lottery doesn't only offer the chance to win millions, but it also contributes to various state programs, including education, public safety, and environmental preservation. With every purchase, players support these critical initiatives and the community as a whole.

With the news of these fortunate wins, the excitement surrounding scratch tickets is at an all-time high in Massachusetts. Players all over the state are eagerly trying their luck, hoping to be the next lucky recipient of a life-altering jackpot. The windfall for Richard and Bouchard is a testament to the possibilities that lie within each ticket purchased, igniting hope and anticipation among lottery enthusiasts.

As for Richard and Bouchard, their lives will never be the same again, as they embark on new adventures and fulfill their dreams with their newfound fortunes.