Mega Millions $1.13B Jackpot Still Unclaimed by Mystery New Jerseyan

Mega Millions $1.13B Jackpot Still Unclaimed by Mystery New Jerseyan

Someone in New Jersey won a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot in March but has yet to claim the prize, according to state lottery officials.

Mega Millions, New Jersey, $1.13 billion, unclaimed
The clock is ticking for one New Jerseyan who won the ninth biggest jackpot in US lottery history. They have until next March to claim a $1.3 billion prize. (Image: Mega Millions)

This gives rise to the horrible thought that they might be sitting on a billion-dollar fortune without even knowing about it.

Of course, the unknown winner could just be getting their ducks in order. They might be busy hiring a team of lawyers and financial advisers to protect them from the shock of sudden ultra-wealth.

Or maybe they’ve heard of the “lottery curse” and think a billion dollars is more trouble than it’s worth.

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