Florida Lottery winning ticket purchased in Ormond Beach set to expire on Thursday
Florida – The Florida Lottery has issued a reminder that a Fantasy 5 top prize-winning ticket worth $30,063.49 is still waiting to be claimed. The lucky ticket, from the September 16, 2023, midday drawing, is approaching its claim deadline. Winners have until midnight ET on Thursday, March 14, 2024, to come forward and claim their prize.
The winning numbers for that day were 12, 31, 24, 30, and 16. This winning ticket was not just any ticket; it was a free Quick Pick ticket obtained from Publix at 1478 West Granada Boulevard in Ormond Beach. The Florida Lottery is urging anyone who might have bought a Fantasy 5 ticket from this location on September 16 to double-check their tickets.
To secure the winnings, the ticket holder must visit a Florida Lottery District Office. For those seeking more information on how to claim or just curious about the process, the lottery offers resources on its website, a free mobile app, and through their Customer Service Department at (850) 487-7787.
Since its inception, FANTASY 5, along with FANTASY 5 with EZmatch, has awarded over $5 billion in prizes to more than 1 billion winners. These games have not only generated substantial winnings for players but also contributed more than $3.93 billion to education, supporting the Florida Lottery’s mission to enhance educational initiatives across the state.