Columbia, September 16, 2025
News Summary
A winning Palmetto Cash 5 ticket worth $170,000 sold at a Columbia convenience store remains unclaimed. The ticket matched five numbers drawn, but the winner has yet to come forward. The South Carolina Education Lottery encourages players to check their numbers as the deadline for claiming the prize approaches in 180 days.
Unclaimed $170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot Ticket Sold at Columbia Convenience Store
Columbia, SC — A recent lottery drawing in South Carolina has resulted in a significant unclaimed prize, as a player who purchased a winning ticket in Columbia has yet to come forward. The Palmetto Cash 5 game drew the winning numbers for a jackpot totaling $170,000, but the winner has not claimed their prize within the designated period.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning ticket was purchased at a convenience store located at 8000 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia. The individual ticket matched all five numbers drawn in the Palmetto Cash 5 game, which took place on Friday. The numbers that resulted in the jackpot win are 7, 22, 28, 29, and 37.
Winning Odds and Prize Overview
The odds of winning the Palmetto Cash 5 jackpot are approximately 1 in 850,668, making it a challenging but attainable gamble for players across the state. The jackpot amount for this particular draw was $170,000, a sum that has now become unclaimed due to the lack of contact from the ticket holder.
Claiming the Prize
According to South Carolina lottery rules, the winner has 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim their winnings. As the deadline approaches, officials are urging anyone holding a matching ticket to verify their numbers and come forward to claim their prize.
Background and Additional Information
The South Carolina Education Lottery oversees the game and the distribution of prizes. The lottery encourages all players to check their tickets carefully and verify their winning numbers, especially when large jackpots are involved. While some winners may stay anonymous, they must follow the procedures set by the lottery commission to claim their winnings within the specified timeframe.
Implications and Next Steps
The unclaimed $170,000 jackpot represents a significant amount of prize money that could benefit the state’s education programs once claimed. Lottery officials continue to monitor for claims related to this ticket. If the ticket remains unclaimed after the deadline, the funds will typically be redirected according to the state’s rules for unclaimed prizes, potentially supporting public education initiatives or other state programs.
Conclusion
Players who purchased tickets at Southeast BP on Garners Ferry Road are reminded to check their tickets carefully against the winning numbers and to act promptly if they believe they are the rightful winner. The South Carolina Education Lottery emphasizes the importance of timely claims and hopes the unclaimed jackpot will soon be resolved with a legitimate winner coming forward.
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