Winning Powerball Ticket Worth $2.2 Million Sold in Lakeside

San Diego, CA, October 11, 2026 — A single winning Powerball ticket worth $2.2 million has been sold in Lakeside, a community within San Diego, California. The ticket matched five of the six numbers in the recent drawing, securing a significant prize for the lucky ticket holder.

The winning ticket was purchased at a local retailer, though the specific store name was not immediately available. Lottery officials confirmed the prize amount and the location of sale, adding that the ticket matched all five white balls drawn but not the Powerball, which is a common scenario for second-tier prizes in large jackpots. The prize is valued at $2.2 million.

The identity of the winner has not been released, and the ticket has not yet been claimed. California Lottery rules typically provide winners with 180 days from the drawing date to come forward and claim their prize. Winners are encouraged to sign the back of their ticket and visit a Lottery district office to begin the claims process.

This win marks a notable event for the Lakeside community, bringing a substantial sum of money into the area through lottery sales. Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The jackpot for the Powerball game had been building for several weeks before this significant secondary prize was awarded.

Further details regarding the retailer where the ticket was sold are expected to be released by the California Lottery in the coming days, along with information on how the winner can proceed with their claim. The exact date of the drawing was not specified in the available information.

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