INDIANAPOLIS — Talk about a Christmas miracle! A couple from Kendallville found their $1 million Powerball ticket on Christmas, one day before it was set to expire on Dec. 26.
The pair, who wants to remain anonymous, found the prize between the seats of their car on Christmas Day. They claimed their winning ticket on Thursday, just five hours before deadline.
“It was an emotional day for the both of us,” the couple said.
The $1 million ticket was purchased at Kendallville Finish Line located at 620 Professional Way in Kendallville for the June 29 drawing.
The winning numbers for thedrawing on Saturday, June 29, were: 26-51-54-61-69 with the Powerball of 25.
Individuals can contact the Hoosier Lottery customer service at 1-800-955-6886 for claim instructions. All Hoosier Lottery Draw game prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing.