A Neighborhood Wins a $1.3 Million Lottery Prize
Residents of Brookmans Park, a village in Hertfordshire, England, collectively won the Millionaire Street prize in the People's Postcode Lottery. Their postal code, AL9 6PT, was announced as the winner in the latest weekly draw.
Prize Distribution
The £1 million prize (approximately $1.3 million) was divided among seven neighbors who held tickets through the lottery's monthly subscription. Each ticket was valued at £83,333 ($109,000).
Samesh Kumari’s Story
Retired fashion firm owner Samesh Kumari received one of the largest shares—£249,999 ($328,000)—by holding three tickets. He took out the subscription in memory of his late mother, Chanchal Kumari, just four months ago.
“I think mum would be really proud. I'm not sure I did, but she was right. I've only been playing for about four months. To have won so quickly is amazing. When I signed up, I was thinking about mum. This is extra special.”
Samesh dedicated his win to his mother, expressing how meaningful the prize was in her memory.
Background on the Lottery
The People's Postcode Lottery is a subscription-based lottery where participants win prizes linked to their postal codes.
About the Author
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“One neighborhood in England is feeling lucky! A group of residents in Brookmans Park scored the Millionaire Street prize in the People's Postcode Lottery.”
Summary: A close-knit community in England shared a $1.3 million lottery prize, with a heartfelt dedication to a late mother emphasizing the personal impact of their win.
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