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Man gifted $750K winning lotto ticket for birthday

A California Lottery Scratchers ticket recently purchased in San Jose as a birthday present ended up a $750,000 winner.

Winner Benjamin Mayberry received the $30 California Lottery 30th Scratchers ticket for his birthday from his fiancé, according to California Lottery officials.

The ticket was purchased at the Chevron station at 910 Bascom Ave. in San Jose.

Mayberry said the winnings will help pay for his upcoming wedding, and he’s not sure what else he’s going to do with the rest of the money, according to lottery officials.

Last modified February 7, 2016 12:45 am

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