Mega Millions $1.34B Jackpot Still Unclaimed by Winner: Officials

The second-biggest Mega Millions big stake at any point stays unclaimed almost one month after the fortunate numbers were drawn.

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Illinois Lottery authorities on Thursday asked those with tickets for the July 29 attracting to really look at their numbers.

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The triumphant ticket, redeemable for a bonanza of $1.337 billion more than 30 years or a single amount of around $780 million,

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was sold at a Speedway service station and general store in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines.

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Victors have as long as a year from the date of the attracting to recover their tickets.

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"For an award of this extent, it's normal for a champ to take somewhat longer to guarantee the award as they might need to look for proficient lawful and monetary guidance before asserting,

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" Illinois Lottery representative Emilia Mazur said in a proclamation to Newsweek.

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"The Illinois Lottery will uphold the champ through the award guarantee interaction to guarantee an extraordinary winning encounter and backing any solicitations for obscurity," Mazur added.

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