A Group of Neighbors Won a Collective $1.3 Million in the Lottery
A neighborhood in Brookmans Park, England, won the Millionaire Street prize in the People's Postcode Lottery. Their postal code, AL9 6PT, was announced as the winner in the latest weekly draw.
About the Prize and Winners
The collective prize of £1 million (approximately $1.3 million) was divided among seven residents who held tickets through the lottery's monthly subscription. Each winner received about £83,333 ($109,000).
Winner Highlights
Samesh Kumari, a retired fashion firm owner, won one of the largest shares—£249,999 ($328,000)—because he had three tickets. He took out the subscription four months ago in memory of his late mother, Chanchal Kumari.
"I think mum would be really proud," Samesh said. "I'm not sure I did, but she was right. I've only been playing for about four months. To have won so quickly is amazing. When I signed up, I was thinking about mum. This is extra special."
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Summary: A close-knit community in Brookmans Park shared a $1.3 million lottery win, with one winner dedicating his prize to his late mother, reflecting the emotional significance behind their unexpected fortune.