Joshua Pulliam of Ayden took a chance on a Fast Play ticket on Thursday and secured a prize of $895,725.
**Prize Claim**
Pulliam purchased his 100X The Cash ticket at the Food Lion located on Old Tar Road in Winterville. At the moment of purchase, the progressive jackpot was $695,725. Because he spent $20 on the ticket, he qualified for the full progressive jackpot and an additional $200,000. He traveled to the lottery headquarters on Tuesday to collect his winnings. After the deduction of state and federal tax withholdings, Pulliam received a net amount of $645,017.
**Fast Play Jackpot Details**
The Fast Play game features a progressive jackpot that currently exceeds $50,000. The probability of winning a 100X The Cash jackpot stands at one in 320,000.
**Impact on Pitt County**
In the preceding year, the lottery generated $10.7 million in funding for educational programs within Pitt County.
**Conclusion**
Pulliam’s victory underscores the potential for substantial returns through Fast Play tickets, while the lottery’s contributions continue to support vital educational initiatives throughout Pitt County.
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