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Bothell man wins 2 million from Scratch ticket bought in Lynnwood, but nobody believes him on April Fools Day

Lynnwood, WALocal News

S. M. W. , a resident of Bothell, achieved an astounding $2 million win from a Scratch ticket he purchased at a 76 gas station in Lynnwood. The unexpected fortune came just before April Fools' Day, leading to disbelief from his family who initially thought he was joking.

When he called the Lottery office to verify his ticket, he was shocked to learn he had indeed won the top prize, prompting an ecstatic reaction. After sharing the news with family, it took some effort to convince them of the reality of his win. Shortly after claiming the prize, S. M. W.

and his fiancée found their dream home and had their offer accepted. This sequence of events underscores the serendipity that can accompany a moment of chance. S. M. W.

credited Washington's Lottery for making such life-changing opportunities possible. His story serves as a reminder of how fortune can change in an instant, transforming lives in unexpected ways.

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