US EditionHomeless man in California wins $1 million on scratch-off ticket
- A homeless man in California won $1 million on a scratch-off ticket at Sandy's Liquor store this month, as reported by KSBY-TV.
- Wilson Samaan, the store manager, confirmed that the winner initially thought he won $100,000 but was informed of the actual $1 million prize.
- Samaan assisted the man in driving to Fresno to claim the prize, which is subjected to a thorough vetting process by the California State Lottery.
- In a social media video, the man expressed excitement about his win, stating he cannot 'wait to get off the streets.
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