RELEASE DATE: 1/23/2017
ATLANTA – Members of ADirectConnection LLC recently came forward as winners of the $83 million jackpot for the Nov. 18, 2016, Mega Millions drawing.
The jackpot amount increased from an advertised $82 million to $83 million as a result of strong sales. The winners selected the cash option, which amounted to $50,826,699 before taxes.
Winning numbers for the Nov. 18 Mega Millions drawing were: 31-32-49-55-58 and the Mega Ball was 15. The winners selected their numbers using the game’s computerized Quik Pik option.
White Water Chevron, 334 Cobb Parkway S., Marietta, sold the lucky ticket.
Members of ADirectConnection LLC claimed their prize at Georgia Lottery headquarters Thursday.
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