Residents of Baton Rouge should be aware that a $1 million Powerball ticket purchased locally is still unclaimed. The winning ticket was bought at the Circle K located at 5055 Jones Creek Road for the April 29 drawing, and the numbers drawn were 3, 19, 35, 51, 67 with a Powerball of 15 and a 2x Power Play.
Deadline Approaches
The Louisiana Lottery Corporation says the ticket will expire on Oct. 26 if the winner does not claim the prize before that date. Once the deadline passes, the funds will be transferred to the lottery’s unclaimed‑prize fund, which supports future prize pools and state programs.
Why Tickets Go Unclaimed
Lottery officials note that this is one of four winning tickets across Louisiana that remain unclaimed at this time. Unclaimed prizes can result from a variety of factors, including tickets being misplaced, owners forgetting to check numbers, or winners being unaware of the win.
How to Claim a Prize
Anyone who believes they may hold the winning ticket should contact the Louisiana Lottery Corporation immediately. Winners must present the original ticket and a valid photo ID. Claims can be made at any lottery office or by mail, but the deadline for this particular ticket is fast approaching.
Impact on the Community
While the unclaimed prize is a disappointment for the potential winner, the eventual transfer of the funds to the unclaimed‑prize pool benefits the broader community. The lottery uses these funds to enhance future prize offerings and to support state‑approved charitable initiatives.
What Residents Can Do
Local residents are encouraged to keep their lottery tickets in a safe place and to check numbers promptly after each draw. The Louisiana Lottery provides an online results checker and a mobile app to make verification easy. By staying vigilant, Baton Rouge citizens can avoid missing out on life‑changing winnings.
For more information about claiming prizes or to verify ticket status, visit the Louisiana Lottery Corporation’s website or call their customer‑service line.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
