Wayne County man’s surprise as he discovers broken scanner actually reveals $230K Michigan Lottery win
In a remarkable turn of events, a Wayne County man discovered a hidden fortune after thinking his scanner was broken. Walter Lawson Jr., 58, from New Boston, Michigan, learned he won a staggering $230,740 jackpot through the Michigan Lottery.
Winning Details
Lawson matched the Fantasy 5 numbers: 10, 20, 23, 24, and 39, during the drawing held on October 31, 2025. His winning ticket was purchased at Aaa Petroleum Inc., located at 29450 Sibley Road in Romulus.
Initial Confusion
Initially, Lawson was bewildered when he scanned his ticket at what he believed to be the “lucky spot” scanner. He received an unusual message, leading him to think the machine was malfunctioning. After reading the message to the cashier, she informed him that a substantial jackpot winner had been sold recently, prompting Lawson to check the winning numbers.
What It Means
Lawson expressed his joy upon realizing he won. “I play Fantasy 5 every day, and it definitely paid off,” he remarked. He plans to use his winnings for various purposes, including:
- Home improvements
- Paying off his daughter’s student loans
- Saving the remaining prize money
Fantasy 5 tickets cost $1 each, with nightly drawings held at 7:29 p.m.
