Copyright Staten Island Advance
A Queens resident has claimed a $3 million top prize on the New York Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off game, lottery officials announced. Maung OO of Elmhurst chose to receive a one-time lump sum payment totaling $1,322,442 after required withholdings, according to officials. The winning ticket was purchased at Gorkha Café and Deli, located at 86-22 Queens Blvd. in Elmhurst. As of this writing, all top prizes on the Multiplier Craze ticket have been claimed. Valid lower-tier prizes may be cashed through Aug. 7, 2026. Players can check the status of any New York Lottery scratch-off game by downloading the Game Report at nylottery.ny.gov. New York Lottery scratch-off games generated $4,339,794,048 in total sales during fiscal year 2024-2025. School districts across the five boroughs received $1,427,185,199 in Lottery Aid to Education funds during the same period. New Yorkers struggling with a gambling addiction, or who know someone who is, can find help by calling the state’s toll-free, confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or by texting HOPENY (467369). If you or a loved one has questions or needs to talk to a professional about gambling, call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit 1800gambler.net for more information.
