A Suffolk County, Long Island, man has scored a life-changing win after claiming a top prize in the New York Lottery’s Bonus Bucks scratch-off game, Lottery officials announced.
Kurt Kelleher of Shirley claimed the $3 million prize and chose to receive his winnings in 20 annual payments of $97,653 each, after required withholdings.
The winning ticket was purchased at King Kullen, located at 405 William Floyd Parkway in Shirley.
As of this writing, two $3 million top prizes remain in the Bonus Bucks scratch-off game. Valid lower-tier prizes may be claimed until the game’s expiration date. Players can check the status of any New York Lottery scratch-off game by downloading the Game Report at nylottery.ny.gov.
New York Lottery scratch-off games generated $4.34 billion in total sales during fiscal year 2024–2025. School districts in Suffolk County received $314.38 million in Lottery Aid to Education funds during the same period.
New Yorkers struggling with a gambling addiction, or who know someone who is, can find help by calling the state’s toll-free, confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (467369). If you or a loved one has questions or needs to talk to a professional about gambling, call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit 1800gambler.net for more information.
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