$4M Lottery Jackpot: Mass. Man Plans To Use His Newfound Millions To Help Others

A New Bedford man decided to treat himself to a $10 lottery ticket while shopping for a friend's birthday present. He walked away a millionaire, and the present was probably nice as well.

Robert J. Ostrye Jr.
Photo Credit: *Massachusetts State Lottery*

Josh Lanier

08/13/2024 3:41 p.m.

Robert J. Ostrye Jr. won the $4 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s game "$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler." There are two remaining grand prizes and two $1 million prizes as well.

Ostrye chose the lump-sum payment of $2,600,000 (before taxes). He wants to finish some home renovations but also help others.

He bought the winning ticket at Jay’s Wine & Spirits at 446 Dartmouth S Tot. in New Bedford. The store will get a $40,000 bonus.

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