News Release: $118K North 5 Jackpot Won
A $118,913 North 5 Jackpot Won in Buffalo
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (Dec. 2, 2024) — The holiday season just got a whole lot brighter for a lucky Minnesota Lottery player in Buffalo.
A North 5 ticket worth $118,913 was sold at Kwik Trip #458 in Buffalo, located at 1600 Cessna St., for the Dec. 1 drawing. The business earns a $1,000 bonus for selling the jackpot winning ticket.
The winning North 5 numbers drawn on Sunday, Dec. 1 are 3 – 6 – 13 – 14 – 17.
Minnesota Lottery prizes above $50,000 must be claimed in person at Minnesota Lottery headquarters in Roseville. Prizes $50,000 and below can be claimed by mail or at any regional office. In Minnesota, lottery players have one year to claim prizes. It is recommended that winners call ahead to check hours and to make an appointment.
Information regarding Minnesota Lottery prize winners above $10,000 is private data. Unless a winner chooses to opt in to publicity, their name and city will not be released.
North 5 is a Minnesota-only lotto game that is drawn every day of the week. Tickets are $1 per play. Jackpots start at $25,000 and grow until won. The North 5 jackpot for Monday, Dec. 2 is an estimated $25,000. Tickets must be purchased by 6:10 p.m. for the drawing at 6:17 p.m.
About the Minnesota Lottery
Playing Our Part: Since 1990, the lottery has generated more than $4 billion for programs that positively impact the lives of Minnesotans. More than $1.7 billion has helped preserve, restore and protect Minnesota’s environment through the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, Game and Fish Fund and the Natural Resources Fund. Another $2.3 billion has helped fund state programs, including education, public safety and health and human services. Lottery dollars also support programs to help prevent and treat problem gambling. Visit www.mnlottery.com for more information and official rules.
Contact
Minnesota Lottery, Joan Schimml, (612) 790-2685, Joan.schimml@mnlottery.com