Two Powerball players in northeast Indiana are suddenly a lot luckier than they were on Monday morning. After the drawing, Phil’s One Stop #1 in Fort Wayne sold a $100,000 Powerball ticket with Power Play, and Murphy’s USA in Plymouth sold a $50,000 ticket. Both tickets matched four of the five white balls plus the red Powerball, which is enough for a serious payday but not enough to snag the jackpot, which remains unclaimed.
In a news release, the Hoosier Lottery confirmed the wins and urged anyone who bought tickets in those areas to check their slips. Officials reminded players to keep winning tickets in a safe place, consider speaking with a financial adviser, and contact Hoosier Lottery customer service for instructions on how to claim their prize.
Winning numbers and the draw
The winning numbers for Monday night’s drawing were 7-11-31-41-57, with Powerball 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 2X, according to The Associated Press via CT Insider. No ticket matched all six numbers, so the jackpot rolled over to the next drawing.
How to check and claim
Players can scan and verify their tickets using the free Hoosier Lottery mobile app, and can call 1-800-955-6886 for step-by-step guidance on claiming prizes. The lottery’s release also pegged the estimated Powerball jackpot for Wednesday’s draw at $194 million and repeated its standard advice that winners consult financial and legal professionals before claiming large prizes, according to the Hoosier Lottery.
If you picked up a Powerball ticket in Fort Wayne or Plymouth for the March 30 drawing, it might be worth another look. Double-check those numbers, keep any winning ticket secure, and reach out to the Hoosier Lottery or the retailer where you bought it for your next steps.
