Virginia woman finds forgotten ₹8 crore lottery ticket tucked in her bible

A Virginia woman found a $1 million ( ₹8 crore) lottery ticket in her Bible, bringing her unexpected fortune while watching the news about the winning ticket.

Updated on: Jan 31, 2025, 17:44:18 IST

By Mahipal Singh Chouhan

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A woman from Virginia had the surprise of a lifetime when she discovered a $1 million ( ₹8.66 crore) winning lottery ticket hidden inside her Bible. Jacqueline Mangus had bought the ticket at Lake Mart & Deli in Moneta, Virginia, and had safely placed it in her Bible, completely unaware of the fortune it held.

A Virginia woman discovered a $1 million ( ₹8 crore) lottery ticket hidden in her Bible. (Representational image/Unsplash)

(Also read: US woman bags over ₹40 lakh lottery jackpot with numbers she saw in a dream)

A life-changing realisation

According to a report by Soap Central, Mangus was watching the news when she heard about a winning ticket purchased in Moneta for Virginia’s New Year’s Millionaire Raffle. Out of curiosity, she checked her own ticket, which had been tucked away in her Bible.

To her sheer astonishment, the ticket turned out to be the jackpot winner. Overwhelmed with joy, Mangus described her reaction as being "tickled to death" upon realising her luck. While she has not yet revealed how she plans to use her winnings, she is undoubtedly thrilled with her newfound fortune.

A series of lucky lottery wins

Mangus is not the only one to experience such an unexpected windfall. Just weeks ago, a young trainee gas engineer from Carlisle, UK, also struck gold with the lottery.

James Clarkson, a 20-year-old, won a staggering £7.5 million ( ₹79.58 crore) in the Lotto jackpot. His win was even more remarkable considering that he had previously won £120 ( ₹12,676) on the National Lottery over Christmas and decided to reinvest his winnings in more tickets, The Metro reported.

Staying grounded despite fortune

Despite becoming a millionaire overnight, Clarkson remains committed to his job. Reports suggest that after learning about his massive win, he still went to work the next day and was even spotted unclogging blocked drains at a site.

(Also read: UK man wins ₹80 crore lottery jackpot, returns to work fixing drains the next day)

His dedication to continuing his work despite his new fortune has impressed many. Clarkson’s story serves as a reminder that while luck can change lives instantly, staying grounded and true to oneself is equally important.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More

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