One Rockingham County resident’s lucky streak continues to hold strong. Juan Garcia of Stokesdale recently bagged an incredible $200,000 after emerging victorious in a scratch-off game, thereby turning an already good month into an extraordinary one.
Not fond of scratch-offs, Juan decided to experiment with a $5 Triple Red 777’s ticket purchased from Compare Foods on Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem. Little did he know that this one decision would turn his fortunes around in an indescribable way. He scratched the ticket, and as he recalled, disbelief overwhelmed him, “I was scratching it and I’m like, ‘That can’t be right,’”. The incredible windfall took Juan by great surprise.
Juan’s first call upon discovering the windfall was to his confidante – his father. Taking note of his son’s monumental luck, Juan’s father was beside himself with joy. After obligatory federal and state tax withholdings, Juan walked away with a hefty $143,001. Further adding to the joy, Juan plans to share the unexpected bounty with his family and clear any pending bills. The win could not have come at a better time, and the sense of joy it has brought to Juan’s family is immeasurable.
The Triple Red 777’s game made its debut in July 2024 with five $200,000 top prizes. Juan Garcia was the first to claim one among those, and as per the game rules, four other lucky winners still have the chance to walk away with the remaining $200,000 jackpots. Juan’s win is a testament to the fact that anyone has the chance of hitting the jackpot, sometimes when you least expect it.
Joining the celebration were users from the community who congratulated Juan through comments on the announcement. Comments ranged from congratulatory statements from Gloria C. saying, “Congratulations.Great you plan to help your family out. Enjoy your winnings.” to disappointments shared by William J., who wrote, “Happy for you..not one dime… biggest mistake I ever made..not even a 20 back…” But on the whole, most reactions were of joy and congratulatory for the lucky resident of Rockingham.
Juan Garcia, who just went from an ordinary Rockingham resident to a $200,000 richer man, is certainly on a roll. In a surprising turn of events characterized by chances and luck, one ticket has undoubtedly made the month much brighter for him and his family. Here’s hoping this incredible luck continues to bring forth even more cheerful news.
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