Macomb County Man Plans To Retire After Winning Big On Scratch-Off Ticket

MACOMB COUNTY — A Macomb County man won $500,000 on a scratch-off ticket, according to Michigan Lottery officials.

The 69-year-old player bought his winning Wild Time ticket at Little Mack Beer and Wine, located at 28480 Little Mack Avenue in Saint Clair Shores, lottery officials said.

"When I was scratching the ticket, I saw I matched the number six, but I finished scratching the rest of the ticket before revealing the winning amount, which I assumed was $5 or $10," he said. "When I scratched the amount, I saw one zero, then another, and another and that’s when I knew I won big! It was unbelievable."

"I used to only play $2 tickets, and about a month ago I started playing the $5 tickets," he added. "I’m glad I made the move up to the $5 games because it sure paid off!"

He plans to enjoy his winnings with his family and retire.