A Group of Neighbors Wins $1.3 Million in the Lottery
A neighborhood in Brookmans Park, Hertfordshire, England, celebrated after winning the Millionaire Street prize in the People's Postcode Lottery. Their postal code, AL9 6PT, secured the latest weekly draw, resulting in a £1 million prize divided among seven residents.
Prize Distribution Among Winners
The total prize, approximately $1.3 million, was shared between the seven people holding tickets through the lottery’s monthly subscription. Each winner received about £83,333 ($109,000).
Samesh Kumari’s Special Win
Samesh Kumari, a retired fashion firm owner, received the largest share of £249,999 ($328,000) by holding three tickets. He took out the subscription four months ago in memory of his late mother, Chanchal Kumari.
“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 winnings to his mother, making the prize particularly meaningful.
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Author’s summary: A Brookmans Park neighborhood in England collectively won a $1.3 million lottery prize, with winners dedicating their shares to personal causes and memories.