Newly Minted Millionaire From New Bedford Takes Bite Out Of Lottery

A New Bedford man became the fifth person to win $1 million in the "Jaws" scratch-off game from the Massachusetts State Lottery.

Bacilio Gomez
Photo Credit: *Massachusetts State Lottery*

Josh Lanier

10/02/2024 11:29 a.m.

Bacilio Gomez collected his seven-figure payday on Tuesday, Oct. 1. The "Jaws" themed game launched in March to capitalize on the famed blockbuster's links to Martha's Vineyard, where much of the movie was filmed.

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Gomez took the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity.

He said he plans to buy a house with that money.

Gomez bought the ticket at M&M Convenience store at 30 Rockdale Ave. in New Bedford. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for the sale.

Click here to learn more about the "Jaws" lottery game, and its unique second-chance prizes.

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