Two Mega Millions Jackpot Winners in Encino Gas Station
In a stroke of unbelievable luck, two Mega Millions tickets purchased at the same gas station in Encino, Los Angeles each hit the $395 million jackpot. The tickets, sold at a Chevron station at 18081 Ventura Boulevard, near the intersection of Ventura and Lindley Avenue, matched all six numbers in Friday night’s drawing: 21, 26, 53, 66, 70 and the gold Mega Ball 13.
California Lottery officials announced Saturday that the lucky winners will split the $395 million prize, which comes out to $197.5 million in installments or a lump sum cash payment of $94.3 million before taxes.
The staggering win comes as a surprise to many, as the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 1 in 302.6 million. The fact that two tickets purchased at the same location matched all six numbers is a statistical anomaly that has left many scratching their heads in disbelief.
As the news of the incredible win spread, the Chevron gas station was swarmed by hopeful lottery players, all eager to try their luck at the next Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, which will be for $20 million.
The two winners, who have yet to be identified, are undoubtedly celebrating their life-changing windfall. The jackpot win serves as a reminder that anything is possible, and it has undoubtedly sparked renewed hope and excitement among lottery players everywhere.