A California woman became one of the state's newest millionaires after purchasing a wining Scratchers ticket. (California Lottery)
Sacramento, Calif.
A California woman who was homeless just a few years ago is now a millionaire.
California Lottery officials said Lucia Forseth is $5 million richer thanks to a lucky Scratchers ticket she purchased at a Walmart in Pittsburg, about 40 miles outside of San Francisco.
She reportedly stopped at the store for an oil change when she decided to buy a ticket.
“I only bought one ticket. I closed my eyes and picked that one, and it won!” Forseth said. “I first thought I’d won a free ticket, but I checked, and it said I won $5 million!”
The lucky winner said the 2023 ticket has special meaning for her this year.
“Six years ago, I was homeless,” Forseth said. “This year, I am getting married, getting my associate degree and won $5 million.”
She added, “You never think you have a chance to win it. Being homeless just six years ago, I never thought it would happen to someone like me.”
Forseth said she plans to buy a house and invest the rest of her winnings.