By: Richard L. Smith
A New Jersey Lottery ticket sold in Nutley has matched five white balls and the multiplier, securing a $2 million prize in the Powerball drawing on Saturday, December 21.
The winning ticket was purchased at Lucky 7 Deli and Food Mart, located at 397 Centre St. in Nutley, Essex County.
The winning numbers were 01, 12, 17, 21, and 58, with the Powerball number 01 and a Power Play multiplier of 3X.
In addition to the Nutley winner, another player using Jackpot.com matched four white balls and the multiplier, winning $150,000.
A third winning ticket was sold in Middletown, Monmouth County, where a player matched four white balls and the Powerball to win $50,000.
That ticket was sold at ShopRite #634, located at 1500 State Route 35.
While these players scored significant prizes, no one claimed the jackpot in the multi-state Powerball game.
The jackpot now stands at approximately $103 million for tonight’s drawing.
Players are encouraged to check their tickets and stay tuned for future drawings as the excitement continues to build.