Crime & Safety
$2M Powerball Ticket Sold In Camden County
The Powerball jackpot advanced to $443 million ahead of the next drawing.
RUNNEMEDE, NJ — A Powerball ticket sold in Camden County just won a massive prize.
The ticket generated $2 million in Wednesday's drawing, matching all five white balls. Since it was purchased with the Power Play option, the million-dollar prize doubled.
Smoker's Outlet (123 W Clements Bridge, Runnemede) sold the lucky ticket.
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Wednesday's winning numbers were 16, 26, 29, 38 and 50. The Red Power Ball number was 6, and the Power Play was 2X.
About 25,000 New Jersey participants also split $134,157 in prizes ranging from $4 to $200.
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The Powerball jackpot rolled to $443 million for Saturday's drawing, with a cash option worth $210.3 million. View rules for participation.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER®.
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