Man claims $136 million Mega Millions jackpot
4 Apr 2008
LANSING, Michigan -- As reported by the Detroit News: "Michigan's newest multi-millionaire, David Sneath of Livonia, stopped by the state Lottery headquarters a little after 3 p.m. today to cash in his $136 million Mega Millions jackpot ticket.
"...And what will he do with his winnings? Sneath said he'll give $1 million to each of the other four members of his lottery club. He may buy a cottage on Mullett Lake in Northern Michigan, a couple of fishing boats and possibly get laser surgery to correct his vision. He has no immediate plans to buy a pricey sports car or take an elaborate vacation.
"...Because Sneath will take his winnings in a lump-sum payout, Sneath will get $84.3 million, or $59.6 million after taxes.
"...Sneath said that when he realized earlier this week he was holding the winning ticket, he walked off his job as a warehouse driver for Ford Motor Co. and hasn't returned since..."
Man claims $136 million Mega Millions jackpot
is republished from CasinoCityTimes.com.