New Orleans resident Ernest Crayton Jr. won $1.435M in Mega Millions, matching 5/6 numbers with a 2x multiplier.

New Orleans resident Ernest Crayton Jr. won $2 million in the Mega Millions lottery on May 21, matching five out of six numbers, and benefited from a 2x multiplier, doubling his winnings to $1,435,000 after taxes. The ticket was purchased from Chef Chevron on Chef Menteur Highway, and the store received a $20,000 selling bonus. Louisiana has seen 20 Mega Millions prizes worth $1 million or more since joining the game in 2012.

June 05, 2024
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